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[Mycoses in adolescent patients]
1Universitäts-Hautklinik Münster.
Zeitschrift Fur Hautkrankheiten
|April 1, 1990
Summary
Fungal infections, or mycoses, impact all ages globally, with specific types more prevalent in certain age groups. Immunosuppressed individuals face a rising risk of these infections.
Area of Science:
- Medical Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
Context:
- Mycoses are globally prevalent fungal infections affecting individuals across all age groups.
- Clinical presentation of fungal infections can vary significantly, with different fungi causing similar symptoms and vice versa.
Purpose:
- To highlight the age-specific prevalence of certain fungal infections.
- To underscore the increased vulnerability of the elderly and immunosuppressed populations to mycoses.
Summary:
- Candidosis is common in infants, while pediatric fungal foot infections are rare.
- Adolescents and adults exhibit similar fungal infection profiles.
- Elderly individuals are more susceptible to candidal infections.
Impact:
- Understanding age-related patterns in mycoses is crucial for targeted prevention and treatment strategies.
- The rising incidence in immunosuppressed patients necessitates enhanced clinical vigilance and research.