The faculty member explains fungal skin diseases to a group of students. Which are the common types of this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Tinea capitis
B.
Tinea corporis
C.
Tinea cruris
D.
Tinea manus
E.
Tinea pedis
ANS: A, B, C, E
The common integumentary fungal infections include tinea capitis (scalp), tinea corporis ("ringworm"), tinea cruris ("jock itch"), and tinea pedis (athlete's foot). Tinea manus is not a type of fungal infection.
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