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GlossaryDermatophytosis (Dermatophyte infection)

fungal infection of skin, hair, or nails, often called ringworm

Dermatophytosis, also known as ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails caused by dermatophytes. These fungi thrive in warm, moist environments and can spread through direct contact with infected individuals, animals, or contaminated surfaces. The infection typically presents as red, itchy, circular rashes with clearer skin in the center, resembling a ring.

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research Dermatophytic Granuloma Caused by Microsporum Canis in a Heart-Lung Recipient

28 citations, January 1999 in “Dermatology”

Fluconazole is the preferred treatment for deep skin infections in immunocompromised patients.

South Asian Epidemic of Antifungal Therapeutic Failures: Congress Proceedings and Take-home Messages. First International Congress of SAARCUM: South Asian Alliance Against Recalcitrant Cutaneous Mycosis. 17 November 2018, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, India

research South Asian Epidemic of Antifungal Therapeutic Failures: Congress Proceedings and Take-home Messages. First International Congress of SAARCUM: South Asian Alliance Against Recalcitrant Cutaneous Mycosis. 17 November 2018, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, India

2 citations, January 2019 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

The congress concluded that misuse of antifungal drugs in South Asia has led to widespread treatment failure, and new approaches and regional cooperation are needed.

research Tinea Capitis: No Incision Nor Excision

24 citations, August 2007 in “Journal of pediatric surgery”

Surgery is not the right treatment for a fungal scalp infection; proper medical treatment is needed.

research Scalp Fungus Infections in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia

8 citations, May 1989 in “Annals of Saudi Medicine”

Tinea capitis is common in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia and can be effectively treated.

A Unique Clinicopathological Manifestation of Fungal Infection: A Case Series of Deep Dermatophytosis in Immunosuppressed Patients

research A Unique Clinicopathological Manifestation of Fungal Infection: A Case Series of Deep Dermatophytosis in Immunosuppressed Patients

33 citations, April 2017 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”

Early treatment of superficial fungal infections in immunocompromised patients is crucial.

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