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Ringworm (Tinea Corporis)

Management of fungal skin infections.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 August 2025
Dermatology

Clinical Guidelines

British Association of Dermatologists guidelines for the management of tinea corporis
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CKS: Fungal skin infection - body and groin
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Fungal infection of the skin (body and groin) - CKS
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Ringworm | NHS inform
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