Table 1.
Tinea definitions
| Type of tinea infection | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tinea corporis | A superficial fungal infection caused by dermatophytes, with anatomic boundaries defined by the neck, trunk, and extremities |
| Tinea cruris | A superficial fungal infection involving the crural fold. Commonly referred to as ‘jock itch’ |
| Tinea capitis | A dermatophyte infection of the scalp and hair |
| Tinea barbae | A type of dermatophytic folliculitis; a superficial fungal infection of the hair and hair follicles, involving beards and mustaches in adolescents and adults |
| Tinea faciei | A dermatophyte infection of the skin of the face in areas without terminal hairs |
| Tinea incognito | Refers to a tinea corporis, cruris, or faciei infection modified by an anti-inflammatory cream, ointment, or oral therapy that may dampen the local immune response |
| Tinea pedis | Dermatophyte infection involving the foot/feet. Commonly known as ‘athlete’s foot’ |
| Tinea manuum | Dermatophyte infection involving the hand(s) |
| Onychomycosisa | Fungal infection of the nails |
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Outside the scope of this review and will not be explored independently