Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII (TMVII) is an emerging, sexually transmitted dermatophyte causing inflammatory, often severe, tinea (ringworm).  The following educational videos are provided by the NNPTC with the most recent at the top of the page.  Additional videos will be added as they become available.

TMVII: Could It Be Ringworm?

Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII (TMVII) is an emerging fungal infection linked to sexual transmission. This video explains how TMVII differs from typical ringworm, common symptoms, how differentiate between eczema or other skin conditions, and the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment.