Which fungal infection primarily affects the skin, hair, and nails?
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Correct answer: Dermatophytosis
Dermatophytosis is caused by dermatophytes, which invade keratinized tissues such as the skin, hair, and nails. Candidiasis mainly involves mucosal surfaces, histoplasmosis is primarily pulmonary, and cryptococcal infection classically involves the central nervous system.
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