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A Standardized Procedure of Dressing Management for Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis

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Interdigital erosions - tinea pedis?

Jacinto Orgaz-Molina¹, Maria Carmen Orgaz-Molina, Marilena Cutugno

¹University Hospital San Cecilio, Department of Dermatology, Granada, Spain. jacinto_orgaz@hotmail.com

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Summary

Interdigital erosions often stem from fungal infections like tinea pedis. This case highlights the need for microbiological tests when antifungal treatments fail for persistent interdigital lesions.

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Mycology
Infectious Diseases

Background:

Interdigital erosions are common foot conditions.
Tinea pedis is a frequent cause of these lesions.
Clinical differentiation from other infections can be challenging.

Observation:

A male patient presented with interdigital lesions.
The lesions had a 10-month duration.
The patient had undergone antifungal treatment without improvement.

Findings:

The clinical presentation mimicked tinea pedis.
Differential diagnosis included candidiasis, erythrasma, and bacterial infections.
Microbiological examination is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Implications:

Persistent interdigital lesions unresponsive to antifungals warrant further investigation.
Accurate diagnosis through microbiological tests is essential for effective treatment.
This case underscores the importance of considering non-fungal etiologies.