The causative agent of Favus is
Correct Answer: Trichophyton schoenleinii
Description: Favus is caused by Trichophyton schoenleinii and Trichophyton violaceum. Trichophyton mentagrophyte causes Tinea barbie and ectothrix hair infection. Microsporum audouinii - Tinea capitis and ectothrix hair infection. Microsporum canis infects dogs and cats. Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Baveja; 4th edition
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