Trichophyton spp – Morphology, Life cycle, Pathogenesis
Trichophyton is a genus of fungi that comprises the parasitic species responsible for tinea, athlete’s foot, ringworm, jock itch, and similar infections of the nail, beard, skin, and scalp. Trichophyton fungi are characterized by the development of both macro- and microconidia with smooth walls. Macroconidia are thin- or thick-walled, clavate to fusiform, and range in … Read more