Definition: Trichophyton is the fungus that is the most common cause of athlete's foot (tinea pedis) and jock itch (tinea cruris) skin infections. Allergy to this fungus may result in severe asthma in people with skin infections from this fungus.
What is Trichophyton?
By Daniel More, MD, About.com Guide
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