KIN 361 Lecture Notes - Lecture 17: Tinea Corporis, Herpes Labialis, Wart
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Tinea corporis also known as ringworm, is a superficial fungal infection of the arms and legs. Nail fungus: sx: deformed nail, usually darker colour than other toes, tx: requires oral antifungal agents which have significant side effects. Viruses: bad news: once you have them, they are yours for life, good news: they have very limited environmental tolerances; the immune system can usually keep them out of sight; they like a healthy host, warts: Tx: liquid nitrogen: plantar wart: lips, transmitted through oral secretions or sores on the skin, can be. Trauma to the affected area, including sexual activity. A rash that wraps around from the spine to the torso. A rash on the face and ears. May experience a fever, headache, chills, fatigue, muscle. Mainly affect children (with open wound or fresh scratch) Often on the face, especially around the nose and mouth , and sometimes on the arms or legs.
