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Itchy rash caused by fungus
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This archived Doctordle case was published on 2026-07-29. It presents "Itchy rash caused by fungus" as a Medium Infectious Disease puzzle. The final answer is Fungal Infection.
Answer
Fungal Infection
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Six clues
Clue 1
A camper develops an itchy spreading rash after humid weather.
Clue 2
The organism is not a bacterium or virus in this fictional case.
Clue 3
The clue family includes athlete's foot and ringworm.
Clue 4
Some infections affect skin, nails, or mucous membranes.
Clue 5
Warm moist areas can make the problem more likely.
Clue 6
The answer is the broad infection type caused by fungi.
Plain-language explanation
Fungal infections are infections caused by fungi and can involve skin, nails, or other body sites. The clues use common examples and moisture context.
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