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Ringworm is caused by fungi known as dermatophytes that feed on keratin, which is found in skin, hair, and nails. While the dermatophytes do not invade living tissue, their presence and metabolic products typically provoke an allergic and inflammatory response in the host. The type and severity of this response depends on the specific dermatophyte species and strain causing the infection. Dermatophytes are unique among fungi in being dependent on infecting humans or animals for their survival and spread.
- Author
- Arfiani Ika Kusumawati
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- EN