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    Glossary Trichophyton

    genus of fungi causing skin, hair, and nail infections

    Trichophyton is a genus of fungi that causes infections in the skin, hair, and nails, commonly known as ringworm or athlete's foot. These fungi are dermatophytes, meaning they thrive on keratin, a protein found in these tissues, leading to conditions like tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) and onychomycosis (nail fungus).

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