Chromoblastomycosis
Chromoblastomycosis is a long-term fungal infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (a chronic subcutaneous mycosis).
| Chromoblastomycosis | |
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| Other names | Chromomycosis, Cladosporiosis, Fonseca's disease, Pedroso's disease, Phaeosporotrichosis, or Verrucous dermatitis |
| Micrograph of chromoblastomycosis showing sclerotic bodies | |
| Specialty | Infectious disease, Dermatology |
It can be caused by many different types of fungi which become implanted under the skin, often by thorns or splinters. Chromoblastomycosis spreads very slowly.
It is rarely fatal and usually has a good prognosis, but it can be very difficult to cure. The several treatment options include medication and surgery.
The infection occurs most commonly in tropical or subtropical climates, often in rural areas.
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