scalp ringworm

Noun

Meaning

scalp ringworm (uncountable)

A fungal infection, usually caused by Trichophyton tonsurans that leads to endothrix (inside hair) infections and favus, a formation of crusts on the scalp.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

ringworm dermatomycosis tinea capitis herpes tonsurans

Close letter words and terms

scaloppine scalp scalp lock scalpal scalpe scalped