alleryRingworms in humans are caused by:
ABacteria (Streptococcus)
BProtozoans
CViruses
DFungi — Microsporum, Trichophyton, Epidermophyton
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Fungi — Microsporum, Trichophyton, Epidermophyton
**Ringworms** = fungal infection by **Microsporum, Trichophyton, and Epidermophyton**.
**Symptoms:** dry, scaly skin lesions with intense itching, in moist body areas (groin, between toes, scalp).
Acquired from soil or shared towels/clothes/combs.
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