Pathogenesis, Immunology and Management of Dermatophytosis
Open Access
- 31 December 2021
- journal article
- research article
- Published by MDPI AG in Journal of Fungi
- Vol. 8 (1) , 39
Abstract
Dermatophytic infections of the skin and appendages are a common occurrence. The pathogenesis involves complex interplay of agent (dermatophytes), host (inherent host defense and host immune response) and the environment. Infection management has become an important public health issue, due to increased incidence of recurrent, recalcitrant or extensive infections. Recent years have seen a significant rise in incidence of chronic infections which have been difficult to treat. In this review, we review the literature on management of dermatophytoses and bridge the gap in therapeutic recommendations.Keywords
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