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Fungal Flashcards

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What are the common examination findings?

A

Rash can be anywhere:

Head - tinea capitis

Back - pityriasis versicolor

body - tinea corporis

crotch - tinea capitis

Feet - tinea pedia (athletes foot)

Nails - Tinea unguinum

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What are the investigations?

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To finish the exam i would like to - take a history and expose the whole body for rashes

Swab/Tail scrapings/scalp scrapings

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What is the rash like?

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All caused by candida albicans (except pityriasis)

Looks like ringworm

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What is the treatment?

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Conservative - Explain what it is

Medical - topical antifungal

Oral if nail

Shampoo if head or back

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OSCE - Common stations by system - Dermatology (7 decks)

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