An Unexpected Dermatophyte? Two Remarkable Cases of Tinea Barbae by Trichophyton benhamiae

Baeza‐Hernández, Gloria; Vallejo-Ruiz, María de la Soledad; Rubio‐Aguilera, Ricardo Francisco; Romero‐Maté, Alberto; Martínez‐Morán, C.

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“…Tinea barbae, a relatively rare form of tinea faciei, refers to a fungal infection affecting the hair follicles in the beard area of adult men. The main causative agents identified include Trichophyton spp., such as T. mentagrophytes , T. rubrum , T. tonsurans , and Trichophyton benhamiae [ 64 , 65 , 66 , 67 ]. Cases have been reported in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.…”

Section: Body Sites Dermatophyte Species and Their Geographical Distr...mentioning

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Cutaneous Fungal Infections Caused by Dermatophytes and Non-Dermatophytes: An Updated Comprehensive Review of Epidemiology, Clinical Presentations, and Diagnostic Testing

Chanyachailert

Leeyaphan

Bunyaratavej

2023

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Cutaneous fungal infection of the skin and nails poses a significant global public health challenge. Dermatophyte infection, mainly caused by Trichophyton spp., is the primary pathogenic agent responsible for skin, hair, and nail infections worldwide. The epidemiology of these infections varies depending on the geographic location and specific population. However, epidemiological pattern changes have occurred over the past decade. The widespread availability of antimicrobials has led to an increased risk of promoting resistant strains through inappropriate treatment. The escalating prevalence of resistant Trichophyton spp. infections in the past decade has raised serious healthcare concerns on a global scale. Non-dermatophyte infections, on the other hand, present even greater challenges in terms of treatment due to the high failure rate of antifungal therapy. These organisms primarily target the nails, feet, and hands. The diagnosis of cutaneous fungal infections relies on clinical presentation, laboratory investigations, and other ancillary tools available in an outpatient care setting. This review aims to present an updated and comprehensive analysis of the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and diagnostic testing methods for cutaneous fungal infections caused by dermatophytes and non-dermatophytes. An accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and minimizing the risk of antifungal resistance.

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Section: Body Sites Dermatophyte Species and Their Geographical Distr...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Cutaneous Fungal Infections Caused by Dermatophytes and Non-Dermatophytes: An Updated Comprehensive Review of Epidemiology, Clinical Presentations, and Diagnostic Testing

Chanyachailert

Leeyaphan

Bunyaratavej

2023

JoF

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An Unexpected Dermatophyte? Two Remarkable Cases of Tinea Barbae by Trichophyton benhamiae

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Cutaneous Fungal Infections Caused by Dermatophytes and Non-Dermatophytes: An Updated Comprehensive Review of Epidemiology, Clinical Presentations, and Diagnostic Testing

Cutaneous Fungal Infections Caused by Dermatophytes and Non-Dermatophytes: An Updated Comprehensive Review of Epidemiology, Clinical Presentations, and Diagnostic Testing

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