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1. Cutaneous fungal infections are commonly caused by dermatophytes. The prevalent dermatophytic infections in the United States include tinea pedis, tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea capitis, and tinea unguium.
2. Persons most susceptible to fungal skin infections include immunodeficient or immunosuppressed patients, obese individuals, patients with impaired circulation, and those who are exposed to prolonged moisture or have poor hygiene.
3. Cutaneous fungal infections are superficial infections typically involving the skin, hair, and nails.
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