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Background: Superficial fungal infections (SFI) are contagious conditions affecting the skin and its appendages, caused by various fungal species. Monitoring the distribution of common pathogens and identifying at-risk patient groups are essential for effective management and prevention.
Objectives: This study investigates the characteristics of SFI in Poland's Malopolska region from 2017 to 2019, focusing on etiological agents, infection sites and risk factors.
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From the Department of Medicine, Division of Dermatology, National University Hospital Singapore, Singapore, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Rd, Singapore.
Background: Superficial cutaneous fungal infections are common dermatologic conditions. A significant proportion do not present with typical clinical findings. However, the 10% potassium hydroxide (KOH) smear, a simple bedside test, is often underused when diagnosing cutaneous fungal infections.
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Deep dermatophytosis is a rare condition in which dermatophytes invade deep into the skin. Predisposing factors include chronic superficial dermatophytosis, immunosuppression or the use of topical steroids. Clinical, mycological, and histological examination are crucial for accurate diagnosis.
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Manchester Fungal Infection Group, The University of Manchester and Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Manchester, UK. Electronic address:
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- The study addressed the lack of data on skin fungal infections in Iraq, estimating their prevalence and burden for the first time.
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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Filipino Medical Interns on the Management of Superficial Cutaneous Mycoses: A Cross-sectional Study.
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Department of Dermatology, Philippine General Hospital, University of the Philippines Manila.
Background: Superficial mycoses are one of the most common skin conditions encountered in the outpatient clinics, causing significant morbidity amongst patients. Since these are highly prevalent diseases of the skin, the general practitioner should be able to manage uncomplicated cases, with no need for evaluation by a specialist.
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