Can ringworm cause membranous nephropathy?

Ringworm does not usually cause membranous nephropathy. Ringworm refers to the pathogenic fungi invade the inner groin (including around the anus and perineum), resulting in annular or semi-annular lesions, is a kind of tinea corporis; manifested as a small piece of erythema with dandruff; gradually develop into pimples, blisters, scabs, accompanied by dandruff and hyperpigmentation, etc.; long time the disease skin can be infiltrated and thickened with mossy, mostly accompanied by itching. Membranous nephropathy is divided into idiopathic membranous nephropathy and secondary membranous nephropathy; the cause of idiopathic membranous nephropathy is not clear, secondary membranous nephropathy is mostly related to systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, hepatitis B virus infection, as well as medicines, toxins, tumors, or environmental factors; there is no ringworm in the causes of membranous nephropathy. In summary, ringworm does not cause membranous nephropathy. If there is any physical abnormality, it is recommended to actively consult a doctor to avoid delaying the condition.