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Definition of Malabar itch
1. Noun. A skin infection, caused by the fungus ''Trichophyton'', consisting of an eruption of concentric rings of overlapping scales forming papulosquamous patches. ¹
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Medical Definition of Malabar itch
1. An eruption consisting of a number of concentric rings of overlapping scales forming papulosquamous patches scattered over the body; it occurs in tropical climates and is caused by the fungus Trichophyton concentricum. Synonym: herpes desquamans, Malabar itch, Oriental ringworm, scaly ringworm, tinea tropicalis, Tokelau ringworm. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Malabar Itch
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