Microbio: Skin and Eye Infections - Fungal/Mycoses infections of the skin

What is the pathogen of Aspergillosis (cutaneous)

Aspergillus fumigatus, Aspergillus Flavus

What are symptoms of Aspergillosis (cutaneous)

Distinctive eschars at site of infection

How is Aspergillosis (cutaneous) transmitted

Entry via wound (primary cutaneous Aspergillosis) or via the respiratory system (secondary cutanous Aspergillosis); a common hospital-acquired infection

How is Aspergillosis (cutaneous) treated

Itraconazole, Voriconazole, Amphotericin B

What is the pathogen for Candidiasis (cutaneous)

Candida albicans

What are the symptoms of Candidiasis (cutaneous)

Intertrigo, localized rash, yellowing of nails

How is Candidiasis (cutaneous) transmitted

Overgrowth of normal skin microbiota, especially in dark, moist areas

How is Candidiasis (cutaneous) treated

Azoles

What is the pathogen for Sporotrichosis (Rose Gardener’s Disease)

Sporothrix Schenkii

What are symptoms of Sporotrichosis (Rose Gardener’s Disease)

Subcutaneous ulcers and abscesses; may spread to a large area

How is Sporotrichosis (Rose Gardener’s Disease) transmitted

Entry via thorn prick or other wound

How is Sporotrichosis (Rose Gardener’s Disease) treated

Itraconazole

What is the pathogen for tineas

Trichophyton spp., Epidermophyton spp., Microsporum spp.

What are symptoms of tineas

Itchy, ring-like lesions at sites of infection

How is tineas transmitted

Contact with demratophytic fungi, especially in warm, moist environments conductive to fungal growth

How is tineas treated

Terbinafine, Miconazole, Clotrimazole, Griseofulvin