Chromoblastomycosis imported from Malta.
Clin Exp Dermatol
; 28(5): 486-7, 2003 Sep.
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| ID: mdl-12950332
ABSTRACT
Chromoblastomycosis is a chronic fungal infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissues caused by pigmented fungi. It is primarily a disease of the tropics and subtropics. It is uncommon in the UK where it may occur as an imported disease. We describe a 42-year-old lady who developed chromoblastomycosis on her right forearm from Cladosporium, after visiting Malta. The lesion resolved after treatment with itraconazole for 6 months. To our knowledge there are no previous reports of chromoblastomycosis from Malta. We review the clinical course, diagnosis and management of this condition.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Cromoblastomicose
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Cladosporium
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Itraconazol
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Antifúngicos
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2003
Tipo de documento:
Article