Tinea Corporis
Ringworm of the body, also known as body ringworm, is a skin infection caused by fungi that affects areas of the trunk, the arms, or the legs, and that is contagious.
Frequent symptoms: It usually presents as rounded, reddish patches with more defined edges, itching, and scaling, that tend to grow little by little.
Common causes: It is transmitted through contact with infected people or animals, or with objects and surfaces where the fungus remains.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist is the professional who evaluates this type of skin infection, and the general practitioner or pediatrician can guide the initial visit. If the lesions persist or spread, seeking an evaluation is advisable.
Data on 18 doctors who treat tinea corporis
Specialties that treat tinea corporis
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Doctors specialized in tinea corporis
Dra. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dra. Angelica Leonor Berron Ruiz
Dra. Grazia Jesus Hernandez
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Jose Daniel Vargas Paredes
Frequently asked questions
What is tinea corporis?
Ringworm of the body, also known as body ringworm, is a skin infection caused by fungi that affects areas of the trunk, the arms, or the legs, and that is contagious.
Which doctor treats tinea corporis?
Tinea Corporis is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist, general practitioner, pediatrician, emergency physician, dermatologist, family physician.