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GlossaryDermatophytes

group of fungi causing skin, hair, and nail infections

Dermatophytes are a group of fungi that cause infections in the skin, hair, and nails by feeding on keratin, a protein found in these tissues. Commonly responsible for conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and jock itch, these fungi thrive in warm, moist environments and can spread through direct contact with infected individuals or contaminated surfaces.

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research Isolation of Dermatophytes from Dogs and Cats with Suspected Dermatophytosis in Western Turkey

71 citations, December 2010 in “Preventive Veterinary Medicine”

Young dogs and cats in Western Turkey often have skin infections caused by fungi, especially Microsporum canis.

research Olorofim Effectively Eradicates Dermatophytes In Vitro and In Vivo

7 citations, September 2021 in “Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy”

Olorofim effectively treats fungal skin infections.

research Effect of Hair Oils and Fatty Acids on the Growth of Dermatophytes and Their In Vitro Penetration of Human Scalp Hair

4 citations, November 1970 in “PubMed”

Mustard oil and unsaturated fatty acids can stop the growth of scalp fungus and prevent it from infecting hair.

research Epidemiologic and Molecular Characterization of Zoonotic Dermatophytes from Pet Dogs and Cats in Egypt

1 citations, January 2021 in “Advances in animal and veterinary sciences”

Pets in Egypt can pass skin fungus, especially Microsporum canis, to humans, with outdoor and young pets being more at risk.

research Spectrum and Burden of Dermatophytes in Children

32 citations, June 2017 in “Journal of infection/The Journal of infection”

The document concludes that terbinafine is effective for treating scalp fungal infections in children and recommends not excluding them from school during treatment, while also highlighting the need for updated treatment guidelines due to changing infection patterns.

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