Well, it's not common among China travelers, but it is something to be aware of. Especially if you hang out with many students in limited quarters, or near children who do the same.
Tinea corporis is a dermatophyte infection of the glabrous skin. This infection, which may be inflammatory or noninflammatory, is limited to the epidermis. The invading fungi usually spread centrifugally, creating an annular pattern. The condition is usually very responsive to topical therapy. Specific populations are more likely to present with tinea corporis, including people who participate in contact sports and those who work with animals on farms or in laboratories, zoos, or even gardens. In the United States, the disease spreads largely by contact with infected humans. Individuals with tinea capitis are more vulnerable to acquiring this infection as well.
It's easy to treat; a good topical antifungal, such as Lotrimin, usually eradicates this within a few days.
Tinea corporis is a dermatophyte infection of the glabrous skin. This infection, which may be inflammatory or noninflammatory, is limited to the epidermis. The invading fungi usually spread centrifugally, creating an annular pattern. The condition is usually very responsive to topical therapy. Specific populations are more likely to present with tinea corporis, including people who participate in contact sports and those who work with animals on farms or in laboratories, zoos, or even gardens. In the United States, the disease spreads largely by contact with infected humans. Individuals with tinea capitis are more vulnerable to acquiring this infection as well.
It's easy to treat; a good topical antifungal, such as Lotrimin, usually eradicates this within a few days.