How To Spell tinea?
How to Pronounce tinea?
Correct pronunciation for the word "tinea" is [tˈɪni͡ə], [tˈɪniə], [t_ˈɪ_n_iə].
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"Tinea" in context
Tinea is a fungal infection that commonly affects the skin and scalp. It is caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes. The most common type of tinea is athlete's foot, which is a fungal infection of the feet. Other types of tinea include jock itch, which is an infection of the groin area, and ringworm, which can affect any part of the body. Symptoms of tinea include itching, redness, and irritation of the affected area. In some cases, tinea can cause cracking, blistering, and scaling of the skin.
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Usage over time for tinea:
This graph shows how "tinea" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.
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