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Deep Dermal Injection As a Model of Candida albicans Skin Infection for Histological Analyses
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Superficial fungal infections
Tom Kovitwanichkanont1, Alvin H Chong2
1MBBS (Hons), Transplant Dermatology Fellow, Skin and Cancer Foundation, Vic; Academic Teaching Staff, Monash School of Medicine, Monash University, Vic.
Australian Journal of General Practice
|October 1, 2019
Summary
Tinea, a common fungal infection affecting skin, nails, and hair, presents diverse clinical signs across all ages. Early diagnosis and appropriate antifungal treatment are crucial to prevent complications like cellulitis and hair loss.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Tinea is a prevalent fungal infection impacting skin, hair, and nails.
- Clinical presentations vary widely, affecting all age groups, from tinea pedis in adults to tinea capitis in children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To offer an updated review of tinea infections.
- To detail common clinical manifestations and practical diagnostic and management strategies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of clinical manifestations.
- Analysis of diagnostic criteria and differential diagnoses.
- Overview of current antifungal treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- Tinea diagnosis often relies on clinical suspicion but requires differentiation from mimics.
- Topical and systemic antifungal treatments are available.
- Treatment selection depends on tinea subtype and infection severity.
Conclusions:
- Prompt and accurate diagnosis is essential for effective management.
- Untreated tinea can lead to significant morbidity, including secondary infections and permanent hair loss.
- Appropriate antifungal therapy is key to resolving infections and preventing complications.
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