Evaluation of the efficacy of novel topical antifungal agents against dermatophytes in North India: A prospective study [PDF]
Background and Purpose: Dermatophytosis, a fungal infection targeting keratinized tissue, is caused by dermatophytes, commonly affecting skin, hair, and nails.
Tanya Sachan +5 more
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Sexually Transmitted Dermatophyte Infections—A Scoping Review
ABSTRACT Sexually transmitted dermatophyte infections are an emerging public health concern, with increasing incidence reported across multiple countries. These infections are mainly spread through direct skin‐to‐skin contact during sexual activity and are more commonly found in individuals with high‐risk sexual practices.
Aditya K. Gupta +6 more
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Chemical analysis and antifungal activity of the essential oil of Achillea atrata L.
The essential oil of Achillea atrata L. and its major component, 1,8-cineole, were evaluated for their antifungal activity by the mycelial growth method against 18 micromycetes (Alternaria alternata, Aspergillus niger, A. ochraceus, A.
Grubišić, Dragoljub +3 more
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Dermatophytes were isolated from lesions of dermatophytosis in the Izumo City and its vicinity, Japan. From the 106 lesions, 107 strains were isolated.
Imaoka, Chiharu +2 more
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A Study for Determination of Relationship between Serum Testosterone Concentration and Dermatophytosis due to Epidermophyton floccosum in Patients [PDF]
Physiological mediators of human host such as androgenic hormones interfere pathogenic fungal growth. It has been revealed that the growth of yeasts as well as of dermatophytes is influenced by human androgenic hormones in vitro.
SJ Hashemi +1 more
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Skin Diseases in Long‐Distance Runners
Long‐distance/trails runners often experience various skin manifestations due to prolonged physical activity and environmental exposure (sun, heat, altitude, cold air, etc.). Common issues include blisters, chafing, calluses, nail dystrophy, and sunburn. Acne mechanica and fungal infections are also frequent due to sweat and occlusion. Proper skin care,
Henna Ahomies +3 more
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Antifungal Activity of Red-stemmed Ipomoea aquatica Forsk. Extracts against Dermatophytes and Malassezia sp. [PDF]
Objective: To evaluate the in vitro antifungal activity of the extracts of fresh and dry apical buds and flowers of red-stemmed Ipomoea aquatic Forsk. on the inhibition of three dermatophytes (Tricophyton rubrum, Epidermophyton floccosum and Microsporum ...
Khanthorng, Thitiya +2 more
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Application of PCR to distinguish common species of dermatophytes
This report describes the application of PCR fingerprinting for the identification of species and varieties of common dermatophytes and related fungi utilizing as a single primer the simple repetitive oligonucleotide (GACA)(4).
MANCIANTI, FRANCESCA +5 more
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Antifungal Effects of Petroleum Ether, Dichloromethane, Ethyl Acetate, Ethanol, and Hydroethanol Extracts from the Aerial Parts of Artemisia khorassanica, Artemisia scoparia, and Artemisia vulgaris [PDF]
Background and Objective: Dermatophytosis is a significant skin disease in humans and animals, with increasing resistance to conventional treatments. This study aimed to determine the antifungal activity of petroleum ether, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate,
Ali Mikaeili +4 more
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Identification of Filamentous Fungi: An Evaluation of Three MALDI‐TOF Mass Spectrometry Systems
ABSTRACT Background Identification of filamentous fungi still poses a major challenge to laboratories. Matrix assisted laser desorption/ionisation time of flight mass spectrometry (MALDI‐TOF MS) is a promising tool, since it offers low‐cost and fast results. Different MALDI‐TOF MS systems are available for routine laboratories.
Isabel Klugherz +6 more
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