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Favus in a fighting cock caused by Microsporum gallinae

E Fonseca, L Mendoza

    Avian Diseases
    |July 1, 1984
    PubMed

    Insights

    The first case of avian favus in Costa Rica was identified in a rooster. This fungal infection, caused by Microsporum gallinae, was successfully treated with topical and oral antifungal medications.

    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Mycology
    • Avian Pathology

    Background:

    • Favus is a contagious fungal disease affecting birds, characterized by crusty lesions.
    • The causative agent, Microsporum gallinae, is a dermatophyte known to infect poultry.

    Observation:

    • A 1-year-old fighting cock in Costa Rica presented with characteristic favus lesions around the comb.
    • This marked the first documented diagnosis of avian favus in the region.

    Findings:

    • Microsporum gallinae was successfully isolated and identified as the etiologic agent.
    • The infected rooster demonstrated a positive clinical response to treatment.

    Implications:

    • This finding highlights the presence of Microsporum gallinae in Costa Rica's poultry population.
    • Effective treatment protocols involving tolnaftate and griseofulvin were confirmed for avian favus.

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