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  • Infectious Diseases

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  • Onychomycoses constitute approximately 30% of superficial fungal infections seen in dermatology clinics.
  • Dermatophytes cause about 50% of onychomycoses, primarily affecting toenails, while yeasts are more common on fingernails.
  • Non-dermatophytic molds are infrequently implicated in nail infections, accounting for 2-17% of cases, and their role as primary pathogens versus colonizers requires careful evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To differentiate between onychomycoses caused by pseudodermatophytes and those caused by true filamentous fungi.
  • To emphasize the critical role of mycology and histopathology in confirming fungal pathogenicity in nail infections.
  • To discuss the challenges and current approaches in treating onychomycoses caused by non-dermatophytic molds.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on fungal nail infections.
  • Emphasis on diagnostic accuracy through mycological and histopathological analyses.
  • Clinical evaluation of treatment strategies for non-dermatophytic mold onychomycoses.

Main Results:

  • Accurate identification of the causative fungal species is crucial for determining pathogenicity, especially for non-dermatophytic molds.
  • Distinguishing between true pathogens and colonizers like saprophytic molds is essential before initiating treatment.
  • Treatment efficacy depends on the identified species, lesion severity, and patient factors.

Conclusions:

  • Non-dermatophytic molds, including pseudodermatophytes and filamentous fungi, present diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in onychomycosis.
  • Laboratory diagnostics are vital for confirming fungal parasitism and guiding treatment decisions.
  • Treatment often involves debridement and topical antifungals, with systemic therapy considered in severe cases.