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What are the symptoms of a trichophyton rubrum infection?

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Itch, burning: Trichophyton rubrum is the most common cause of superficial skin and nail fungal infections. Symptoms on the skin may include burning pain or itch in the area of the rash, as well as redness and scaliness. Nail infections present with "crumbly" nails that break off easily.

Answered 3/22/2020

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Dr. Reid Blackwelder answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Jock itch,athl foot: I agree with dr bronfenbrener. Most people know this fungal infection as the most common cause of athlete's foot and jock itch.

Answered 11/7/2013

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