Fungal Causes of Ringworm Disease — NEET Biology
✅ Asked in NEET 2023Many 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 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 acquired from soil or by using towels, clothes or even the comb of infected individuals.
NTA tests whether students can identify the three genera of dermatophytes causing ringworm: Microsporum, Trichophyton, and Epidermophyton. A common mistake is confusing ringworm with bacterial infections or remembering only one or two genera instead of all three. Students also sometimes forget that ringworm is transmitted through contaminated objects (towels, clothes, combs) and thrives in warm, moist environments like skin folds. To score marks, remember: these are fungal, not bacterial diseases; learn all three genera names; and know the transmission routes and ideal growth conditions. This concept tests basic disease recognition and pathogen identification—core NEET requirements.
Match List-I with List-II: (NEET 2023) List-I: A. Ringworm B. Filariasis C. Malaria D. Pneumonia List-II: I. Haemophilus influenzae II. Trichophyton III. Wuchereria bancrofti IV. Plasmodium Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
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