Tinea Synonyms

tinēə
Infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. ringworm
  2. roundworm
Type genus of the Tineidae: clothes moths
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. genus Tinea

Words Related to Tinea

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. cruris
  2. capitis
  3. pedis
  4. pityriasis
  5. candidal
  6. dhobie

Tinea Sentence Examples

  • This means that the fungus rapidly spreads and changes its appearance, known as tinea incognito.

  • Sporanox Pulse is indicated for the treatment of tinea pedis or tinea manuum and onychomycosis caused by dermatophytes or yeasts.

  • Ringworm of the scalp (Tinea capitis) is mainly seen in children but can affect adults who have neglected their personal hygiene.

  • The scientific term for ringworm of the groin is tinea cruris.

  • Good general hygiene is vital in order to prevent tinea cruris.

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