(B35) Dermatophytosis
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Diagnosis dermatophytosis is diagnosed Men are 5.60% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis dermatophytosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis dermatophytosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease dermatophytosis - Men and Women aged 5-9
Disease Features dermatophytosis
Dermatophytosis - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - dermatophytosis
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Clinical examination of skin lesions
- Microscopic examination of skin scrapings
- Culture of skin scrapings
- Woods Lamp examination
- Skin biopsy
- Serological tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe antifungal medications
- Advise patients to keep the affected area clean and dry
- Instruct patients to avoid sharing towels, clothing, and other items
- Advise patients to wear loose-fitting clothing
- Advise patients to avoid using public showers or pools
- Advise patients to avoid contact with other people who have the infection
- Instruct patients to wear protective footwear in public places
- Instruct patients to wash their hands frequently
- Instruct patients to use antifungal creams or shampoos
- Provide counseling to help patients cope with the emotional impact of the infection
Dermatophytosis - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease dermatophytosis
Spots on the skin
Spots on the skin can be caused by a variety of conditions, including infections, allergies, and even skin cancer. They can vary in size, shape, color, and texture, and can be raised or flat. Spots can develop gradually or suddenly, and may appear in clusters or as a single spot. Common types of spo...
Changing the structure of nails
(Aches, Agony, Anguish, Distress, Hurt, Misery, Pain, Soreness, Suffering, Torture, Trouble, Woe)
Changing the structure of nails is a symptom that can manifest in various ways, such as the nails becoming thick, brittle, or curved. It can also appear as discoloration, ridges, and spotting. This symptom usually develops slowly over time and can be caused by numerous factors, such as underlying me...
Peeling skin
Peeling skin is a symptom of a variety of skin conditions, often characterized by redness, flaking, and dryness. It can occur in patches or over the entire body. It develops due to a disruption of the skin's protective barrier, which can be caused by environmental factors, such as sun exposure, or u...
Nail color change
Nail color change is a symptom that can occur in a variety of conditions. It is characterized by a change in the color of the nail, from the normal pinkish hue to a yellow, green, blue, or even black shade. This symptom may develop gradually or suddenly and may be a sign of an underlying medical con...
Changes in the structure of the skin
Changes in the structure of the skin can manifest as discoloration, lesions, bumps, blisters, or other abnormalities. These changes can be caused by a variety of factors, including environmental irritants, allergies, infection, and autoimmune diseases. The changes may start as small, localized patch...