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Tinea Blepharociliaris: A Case Report.
Siyu Chen1, Jierui Wang1, Li Changqiang1
1Dermatology and Venereology, Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, luzhou, CHN.
Cureus
|November 11, 2025
Summary
Fungal blepharitis, often misdiagnosed, can be identified by atypical eyelid lesions and confirmed via microscopy. Early diagnosis and treatment with antifungals like terbinafine resolve the infection, preventing chronic issues.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Mycology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Blepharitis is a common ocular surface inflammation.
- Traditionally linked to bacterial or mite infections.
- Dermatophyte infections can cause fungal blepharitis, often misdiagnosed.
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