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In the past, even two decades ago, it was not easy for the physicians to diagnose the systemic fungal infection especially in immuno-compromised host. However, as malignant neoplasm and organ...
The dermatophytosis of the hands is dry, scaly, erythematous macules with well demarcation on the palms and dorsa of hands. However, involvement of fingerwebs without any other affected area of...
BACKGROUND: Tinea unguium is a common problem seen in clinical practice. Considering the many differential diagnoses of dystrophic nails, it is important to make a definitive diagnosis of dermatophyte infection...
BACKGROUND: Human nails bear longitudinal furrows on both upper and lower surface. These furrows are formed as the nails grow and correspond to parallel dermal ridges irregularly distributed on the...
Invasive fungal infection is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in granulocytopenic patients receiving cancer chemotherapy or undergoing bone marrow or stem-cell transplantation. The most common pathogens are Candida...