Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology Research
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Kalyani M

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• Research Article
  A Cross-Sectional, Clinico-Mycological Research Study of Prevalence, Aetiology, Speciation and Sensitivity of Superficial Fungal Infection in Indian Patients
  Author(s): CRV Narasimhalu, Kalyani M and Soumender S CRV Narasimhalu, Kalyani M and Soumender S
  
  Introduction: Skin is a mechanically protective layer as well as cosmetically significant anatomical structure. The superficial cutaneous fungal infections involve its outer most covering including appendages like hair and nails. This the most common causes of skin disease in many tropical countries. Objectives: To study the prevalence, aetiology, speciation and sensitivity of superficial fungal infections. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on 100 clinically diagnosed cases of Superficial Fungal Infection attending the Dermatology OPD for a period of 6 months. Detailed history was taken in relation to age, sex, duration of illness, personal history, recurrent infections etc. Clinical examination of lesion included number, types of lesions, scaling, presence of crusts or pustules, scarring, black dot appearan.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-9554.1000324

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