Read the following statements and choose the correct option 1. Ringworms are caused by fungi belonging to the genera Microsporum, Trichophyton, and Epidermophyton. 2. Heat destroys fungal infectious agents 3. Ringworm lesions do not cause any itching. 4. Ringworm infections are generally acquired from soil or by using personal items like towels and clothes of infected individuals. 5. The fungi causing ringworm thrive

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Many fungi belonging to the genera Microsporum, Trichophyton and Epidermophyton are responsible for ringworms which is one of the most common infectious diseases in man. Appearance of dry, scaly lesions on various parts of the body such as skin, nails and scalp (Figure 7.3) are the main symptoms of the disease. These lesions are accompanied by intense itching. Heat and moisture help these fungi to grow, which makes them thrive in skin folds such as those in the groin or between the toes. Ringworms are generally acq