Sporotrichosis
Sporothrix
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Meningitis, Fungal
Itraconazole
Lymphangitis
Antifungal Agents
Sikkim
Cat Diseases
Zoonoses
Endemic mycoses: a treatment update. (1/117)
Endemic mycoses remain a major public health problem in several countries and they are becoming increasingly frequent with the spread of HIV infection. Amphotericin B remains the drug of choice during the acute stage of life-threatening endemic mycoses occurring in both immunocompetent and immunocompromised hosts. Ketoconazole is effective in non-AIDS patients with non-life-threatening histoplasmosis, blastomycosis, or paracoccidioidomycosis. Itraconazole is the treatment of choice for non-life-threatening Histoplasma capsulatum or Blastomyces dermatitidis infections occurring in immunocompetent individuals and is the most efficient secondary prophylaxis of histoplasmosis in AIDS patients. Itraconazole is also effective in lymphocutaneous and visceral sporotrichosis, in paracoccidioidomycosis, for Penicillum marneffei infection, and is an alternative to amphotericin B for Histoplasma duboisii infection. Coccidioidomycosis may be effectively treated with prolonged and sometimes life-long itraconazole or fluconazole therapy. Fluconazole has relatively poor efficacy against histoplasmosis, blastomycosis and sporotrichosis. New antifungal agents have been tested in vitro or in animal models and may soon be evaluated in clinical trials. (+info)Sporotrichosis in Peru: description of an area of hyperendemicity. (2/117)
Sporotrichosis is a sporadic and rare mycotic infection in most of the developed world. In many parts of the developing world, sporotrichosis is much more commonly recognized, but epidemiological data are generally lacking from these regions. We report epidemiological, clinical, and treatment data from 238 cases of culture-proven sporotrichosis occurring in a relatively remote area of the south central highlands of Peru that were retrospectively collected during 1995-1997. Most cases (60%) occurred in children aged +info)Diagnosis of sporotrichosis in a donkey using direct fluorescein-labeled antibody testing. (3/117)
A 4-year-old female donkey residing in an open field in Indiana was admitted for evaluation of facial lesions of 2 years duration. Cytologic and histologic examination of exudate and tissue from the lesions revealed a pyogranulomatous inflammatory reaction with numerous yeasts. Sporothrix schenckii was suspected to be the infectious agent; however, multiple culture attempts did not provide positive identification of the organism. Serologic examination supported infection with S. schenckii. A specific direct immunofluorescent antibody test performed on paraffin-embedded tissue sections confirmed the organism as S. schenckii. Clinical signs resolved after appropriate iodide therapy. (+info)Practice guidelines for the management of patients with sporotrichosis. For the Mycoses Study Group. Infectious Diseases Society of America. (4/117)
The recommendations for the treatment of sporotrichosis were derived primarily from multicenter, nonrandomized treatment trials, small retrospective series, and case reports; no randomized, comparative treatment trials have been reported. Most cases of sporotrichosis are non life-threatening localized infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissues that can be treated with oral antifungal agents. The treatment of choice for fixed cutaneous or lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis is itraconazole for 36 months. The preferred treatment for osteoarticular sporotrichosis also is itraconazole, but therapy must be continued for at least 12 months. Pulmonary sporotrichosis responds poorly to treatment. Severe infection requires treatment with amphotericin B; mild to moderate infection can be treated with itraconazole. Meningeal and disseminated forms of sporotrichosis are rare and usually require treatment with amphotericin B. AIDS patients most often have disseminated infection and require life-long suppressive therapy with itraconazole after initial use of amphotericin B. OVERVIEW: Sporotrichosis is caused by the dimorphic fungus Sporothrix schenckii, which is found throughout the world in decaying vegetation, sphagnum moss, and soil. The usual mode of infection is by cutaneous inoculation of the organism. Pulmonary and disseminated forms of infection, although uncommon, can occur when S. schenckii conidia are inhaled. Infections are most often sporadic and usually associated with trauma during the course of outdoor work. Infection can also be related to zoonotic spread from infected cats or scratches from digging animals, such as armadillos. Outbreaks have been well-described and often are traced back to activities that involved contaminated sphagnum moss, hay, or wood. Most cases of sporotrichosis are localized to the skin and subcutaneous tissues. Dissemination to osteoarticular structures and viscera is uncommon and appears to occur more often in patients who have a history of alcohol abuse or immunosuppression, especially AIDS. Spontaneous resolution of sporotrichosis is rare, and treatment is required for most patients. Although sporotrichosis localized to skin and subcutaneous tissues is readily treated, management of osteoarticular, other localized visceral, and disseminated forms of sporotrichosis is difficult. OBJECTIVE: The objective of these guidelines is to provide recommendations for the treatment of various forms of sporotrichosis. OUTCOMES: The desired outcomes of treatment include eradication of S. schenckii from tissues, resolution of symptoms and signs of active infection, and return of function of involved organs. In persons with AIDS, eradication of the organism may not be possible, but clinical resolution should be attained and subsequently maintained with suppressive antifungal therapy. EVIDENCE: The English-language literature on the treatment of sporotrichosis was reviewed. Although randomized, blinded, controlled treatment trials were sought, none were found to have been performed for the treatment of sporotrichosis. Therefore, most weight was placed on those reports that were derived from multicenter trials of specific treatment modalities for sporotrichosis. Small series from a single institution and individual case reports were accorded less importance. VALUES: The highest value was placed on clinical efficacy and the ability of the antifungal regimen to eradicate the organism, but safety, tolerability, and cost of therapy were also valued. BENEFITS AND COSTS: The benefits of successfully treating sporotrichosis accrue primarily for the patient. Because this infection is not spread from person-to-person, public health aspects of treatment are of minor importance. Most forms of sporotrichosis are not life-threatening; thus, therapy is aimed at decreasing morbidity, improving quality of life, and allowing the patient to return to occupational and familial pursuits. (ABSTRACT TRUNCATED) (+info)Dimorphic expression of cerebrosides in the mycopathogen Sporothrix schenckii. (5/117)
Major neutral glycosphingolipid components were extracted from Sporothrix schenckii, a dimorphic fungus exhibiting a hyphal saprophytic phase and a yeast parasitic phase responsible for chronic mycotic infections in mammalian hosts. These components, one from the mycelial form and two from the yeast form, were purified and their structures were elucidated by (1)H nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (ESI-MS), and tandem ESI-MS/MS. All three were characterized as cerebrosides (monohexosylceramides) containing (4E, 8E)-9-methyl-4,8-sphingadienine as the long-chain base attached to N-2'-hydroxyoctadecanoate and N-2'-hydroxy-(E)-Delta(3)-octadecenoate as the fatty acyl components. However, while the mycelial form expressed only beta-glucopyranosylceramide, the yeast form expressed both beta-gluco- and beta-galactopyranosylceramides in approximately equal amounts. In addition, while the glucosylceramides of both mycelial and yeast forms had similar proportions of saturated and (E)-Delta(3) unsaturated 2-hydroxy fatty acid, the galactocerebroside of the yeast form had significantly higher levels of (E)-Delta(3) unsaturation. The differences in cerebroside hexose structure represent a novel type of glycosphingolipid dimorphism not previously reported in fungi. Possible implications of these findings with respect to regulation of morphological transitions in S. schenckii and other dimorphic fungi are discussed. (+info)Bursal sporotrichosis: case report and review. (6/117)
We describe a patient whose prepatellar bursa was infected with Sporothrix schenckii. The infection persisted despite itraconazole therapy and cure was achieved only after surgical excision of the bursa. A review of treatments for bursal sporotrichosis is presented. (+info)A mixed fungal infection in a dog: sporotrichosis and cryptococcosis. (7/117)
Unusual ulcerated masses protruding from both nostrils of a 3-year-old terrier were diagnosed histologically as sporotrichosis, and regressed with iodide therapy. Cryptococcus neoformans was recovered from new lesions that appeared near the dog's eye and on the extremities. All lesions regressed with itraconazole therapy. (+info)Skin test and blastogenic responses to Sporotrichun schenckii. (8/117)
In vivo skin testing and in vitro lymphocyte blastogenesis were evaluated in a young adult population as methods for detecting cellular immunity to Sporotrichum schenckii. Similar procedures for Candida albicans and Coccidioides immitis were also investigated. 5 of 143 subjects had positive skin tests and 14 had positive blastogenic responses to S. schenckii. These 14 subjects also exhibited unusually high responses to C. albicans in vitro and 11 of the 14 were female. Data demonstrated a correlation coefficient of 0.89 when comparing the blastogenic assays for S. schenckii and C. albicans, suggesting cross antigenicity. Intact cellular immune mechanisms in combination with exposure to C. albicans may protect the host from systemic infection with S. schenckii. Although a limited number of subjects were studied, as a group, females had more vigorous cellular immune responses to C. albicans than males. The rare occurence of sporothrix infection in females as compared to males may be the result of antigenic stimulation from commonly observed vaginal colonization with C. albicans. The present data indirectly support this hypothesis. (+info)Sporotrichosis is a fungal infection caused by the dimorphic fungus Sporothrix schenckii. It primarily affects the skin and subcutaneous tissues, although it can rarely disseminate to other organs in immunocompromised individuals. The infection often occurs after traumatic inoculation of the fungus through cuts or abrasions in the skin, particularly in people who work with plant materials like sphagnum moss, rose bushes, or hay.
The disease presents in three main clinical forms: cutaneous, lymphocutaneous, and disseminated. The cutaneous form involves a single ulcerating or verrucous lesion at the site of inoculation. The lymphocutaneous form is characterized by the spread of the infection along the lymphatic channels, resulting in a chain of nodular or ulcerative lesions. Disseminated sporotrichosis occurs when the infection spreads hematogenously to various organs, primarily affecting immunocompromised individuals and causing severe, life-threatening manifestations.
Diagnosis typically involves direct examination and culture of clinical specimens, as well as serological tests and molecular techniques like PCR. Treatment usually consists of systemic antifungal therapy with itraconazole or posaconazole, although amphotericin B may be required in severe cases or for disseminated infection.
"Sporothrix" is a genus of fungi that includes several species, the most well-known of which is "Sporothrix schenckii." This particular species is an environmental saprophyte, commonly found in soil, plant matter, and decaying organic material. It can cause a disease in humans and animals known as sporotrichosis, which is a subcutaneous infection that typically affects the skin and underlying tissue. The infection usually occurs after traumatic inoculation of the fungus through the skin, often from activities such as gardening or handling contaminated plant material.
The infection initially presents as a painless, nodular lesion at the site of inoculation, which can later ulcerate and spread to other parts of the body through lymphatic channels. Disseminated sporotrichosis is rare but can occur in immunocompromised individuals, affecting various organs such as the lungs, bones, and central nervous system.
Proper diagnosis of sporotrichosis involves direct examination and culture of clinical specimens, as well as serological tests and molecular techniques. Treatment typically includes oral antifungal medications such as itraconazole or posaconazole, although amphotericin B may be required in severe cases or in patients with compromised immune systems.
Potassium iodide is an inorganic, non-radioactive salt of iodine. Medically, it is used as a thyroid blocking agent to prevent the absorption of radioactive iodine in the event of a nuclear accident or radiation exposure. It works by saturating the thyroid gland with stable iodide, which then prevents the uptake of radioactive iodine. This can help reduce the risk of thyroid cancer and other thyroid related issues that may arise from exposure to radioactive materials. Potassium iodide is also used in the treatment of iodine deficiency disorders.
Fungal meningitis is a form of meningitis, which is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is specifically caused by the invasion of the meninges by fungi. The most common causative agents are Cryptococcus neoformans and Histoplasma capsulatum.
Fungal meningitis typically occurs in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, cancer, or organ transplant recipients. It begins gradually, often with symptoms including headache, fever, stiff neck, and sensitivity to light. Other possible symptoms can include confusion, nausea, vomiting, and altered mental status.
Diagnosis of fungal meningitis typically involves a combination of clinical examination, imaging studies (such as CT or MRI scans), and laboratory tests (such as cerebrospinal fluid analysis). Treatment usually requires long-term antifungal therapy, often administered intravenously in a hospital setting. The prognosis for fungal meningitis depends on several factors, including the underlying immune status of the patient, the specific causative agent, and the timeliness and adequacy of treatment.
Itraconazole is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections, including blastomycosis, histoplasmosis, aspergillosis, and candidiasis. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a vital component of fungal cell membranes, thereby disrupting the integrity and function of these membranes. Itraconazole is available in oral and intravenous forms for systemic use and as a topical solution or cream for localized fungal infections.
Medical Definition:
Itraconazole (i-tra-KON-a-zole): A synthetic triazole antifungal agent used to treat various fungal infections, such as blastomycosis, histoplasmosis, aspergillosis, and candidiasis. It inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component of fungal cell membranes, leading to disruption of their integrity and function. Itraconazole is available in oral (capsule and solution) and intravenous forms for systemic use and as a topical solution or cream for localized fungal infections.
Dermatomycoses are a group of fungal infections that affect the skin, hair, and nails. These infections are caused by various types of fungi, including dermatophytes, yeasts, and molds. Dermatophyte infections, also known as tinea, are the most common type of dermatomycoses and can affect different areas of the body, such as the scalp (tinea capitis), beard (tinea barbae), body (tinea corporis), feet (tinea pedis or athlete's foot), hands (tinea manuum), and nails (tinea unguium or onychomycosis). Yeast infections, such as those caused by Candida albicans, can lead to conditions like candidal intertrigo, vulvovaginitis, and balanitis. Mold infections are less common but can cause skin disorders like scalded skin syndrome and phaeohyphomycosis. Dermatomycoses are typically treated with topical or oral antifungal medications.
Lymphangitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation and infection of the lymphatic vessels, which are the tubular structures that transport lymph fluid from various tissues to the bloodstream. This condition typically occurs as a complication of a bacterial or fungal skin infection that spreads to the nearby lymphatic vessels.
The inflammation in lymphangitis can cause symptoms such as red streaks along the affected lymphatic vessels, swelling, warmth, and pain. Fever, chills, and fatigue may also accompany these localized symptoms. In severe cases, lymphangitis can lead to more widespread infection, sepsis, or abscess formation if left untreated.
The diagnosis of lymphangitis typically involves a physical examination and laboratory tests such as blood cultures or skin lesion cultures to identify the causative organism. Treatment usually consists of antibiotics or antifungal medications to eradicate the infection, along with supportive care such as warm compresses, elevation, and pain management. In some cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to drain any abscesses that have formed.
Antifungal agents are a type of medication used to treat and prevent fungal infections. These agents work by targeting and disrupting the growth of fungi, which include yeasts, molds, and other types of fungi that can cause illness in humans.
There are several different classes of antifungal agents, including:
1. Azoles: These agents work by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of fungal cell membranes. Examples of azole antifungals include fluconazole, itraconazole, and voriconazole.
2. Echinocandins: These agents target the fungal cell wall, disrupting its synthesis and leading to fungal cell death. Examples of echinocandins include caspofungin, micafungin, and anidulafungin.
3. Polyenes: These agents bind to ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane, creating pores that lead to fungal cell death. Examples of polyene antifungals include amphotericin B and nystatin.
4. Allylamines: These agents inhibit squalene epoxidase, a key enzyme in ergosterol synthesis. Examples of allylamine antifungals include terbinafine and naftifine.
5. Griseofulvin: This agent disrupts fungal cell division by binding to tubulin, a protein involved in fungal cell mitosis.
Antifungal agents can be administered topically, orally, or intravenously, depending on the severity and location of the infection. It is important to use antifungal agents only as directed by a healthcare professional, as misuse or overuse can lead to resistance and make treatment more difficult.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Sikkim" is not a medical term. It is actually the name of a state in India, located in the northeastern part of the country. If you have any questions about medical terminology or concepts, I'd be happy to try and help answer those for you!
Fungal antibodies are a type of protein called immunoglobulins that are produced by the immune system in response to the presence of fungi in the body. These antibodies are specifically designed to recognize and bind to antigens on the surface of fungal cells, marking them for destruction by other immune cells.
There are several types of fungal antibodies, including IgA, IgG, IgM, and IgE, each with a specific role in the immune response. For example, IgG antibodies are the most common type of antibody found in the blood and provide long-term immunity to fungi, while IgE antibodies are associated with allergic reactions to fungi.
Fungal antibodies can be measured in the blood or other bodily fluids to help diagnose fungal infections, monitor the effectiveness of treatment, or assess immune function in individuals who are at risk for fungal infections, such as those with weakened immune systems due to HIV/AIDS, cancer, or organ transplantation.
There are many diseases that can affect cats, and the specific medical definitions for these conditions can be quite detailed and complex. However, here are some common categories of feline diseases and examples of each:
1. Infectious diseases: These are caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites. Examples include:
* Feline panleukopenia virus (FPV), also known as feline parvovirus, which can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms and death in kittens.
* Feline calicivirus (FCV), which can cause upper respiratory symptoms such as sneezing and nasal discharge.
* Feline leukemia virus (FeLV), which can suppress the immune system and lead to a variety of secondary infections and diseases.
* Bacterial infections, such as those caused by Pasteurella multocida or Bartonella henselae, which can cause abscesses or other symptoms.
2. Neoplastic diseases: These are cancerous conditions that can affect various organs and tissues in cats. Examples include:
* Lymphoma, which is a common type of cancer in cats that can affect the lymph nodes, spleen, liver, and other organs.
* Fibrosarcoma, which is a type of soft tissue cancer that can arise from fibrous connective tissue.
* Squamous cell carcinoma, which is a type of skin cancer that can be caused by exposure to sunlight or tobacco smoke.
3. Degenerative diseases: These are conditions that result from the normal wear and tear of aging or other factors. Examples include:
* Osteoarthritis, which is a degenerative joint disease that can cause pain and stiffness in older cats.
* Dental disease, which is a common condition in cats that can lead to tooth loss, gum inflammation, and other problems.
* Heart disease, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), which is a thickening of the heart muscle that can lead to congestive heart failure.
4. Hereditary diseases: These are conditions that are inherited from a cat's parents and are present at birth or develop early in life. Examples include:
* Polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which is a genetic disorder that causes cysts to form in the kidneys and can lead to kidney failure.
* Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), which can be inherited as an autosomal dominant trait in some cats.
* Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), which is a group of genetic disorders that cause degeneration of the retina and can lead to blindness.
Zoonoses are infectious diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans. They are caused by pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, or fungi that naturally infect non-human animals and can sometimes infect and cause disease in humans through various transmission routes like direct contact with infected animals, consumption of contaminated food or water, or vectors like insects. Some well-known zoonotic diseases include rabies, Lyme disease, salmonellosis, and COVID-19 (which is believed to have originated from bats). Public health officials work to prevent and control zoonoses through various measures such as surveillance, education, vaccination, and management of animal populations.
Glossitis is a medical term that refers to inflammation of the tongue. This condition can cause symptoms such as swelling, redness, pain, and smoothness or discoloration of the tongue's surface. Glossitis can have various causes, including nutritional deficiencies (such as vitamin B12 or folate deficiency), allergic reactions, infections (bacterial, viral, or fungal), irritants (such as hot and spicy foods, alcohol, or tobacco), and autoimmune disorders (such as pemphigus vulgaris or lichen planus). Treatment for glossitis depends on the underlying cause.
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Cutaneous11
- Cutaneous or skin sporotrichosis This is the most common form of this disease. (wikipedia.org)
- The initial reddish, necrotic, nodular papule of cutaneous sporotrichosis generally appears 1-10 weeks after a penetrating skin injury. (medscape.com)
- Spontaneous resolution of cutaneous and lymphocutaneous forms of sporotrichosis has been documented. (medscape.com)
- DOC for cutaneous sporotrichosis. (medscape.com)
- Particularly effective for lymphocutaneous forms of sporotrichosis but may be used for fixed cutaneous and systemic forms. (medscape.com)
- Vilela R, Souza GF, Fernandes Cota G, Mendoza L. Cutaneous and meningeal sporotrichosis in a HIV patient. (medscape.com)
- However, the use of itraconazole is limited by its interaction with other drugs.ObjectiveTo evaluate the effectiveness and safety of 250 mg terbinafine for the treatment of cutaneous sporotrichosisin patients in whom itraconazole use is not possible.MethodsWe performed a descriptive study of cutaneous sporotrichosis cases treated with 250 mg terbinafine for whichitraconazole was contraindicated or resulted in severe or moderate pharmacological interactions. (fiocruz.br)
- There were no cases ofrecurrence of the mycosis within a mean follow-up period of 37 weeks.ConclusionsThis study suggests that 250 mg/day terbinafine is an effective and well-tolerated alternative to drugtherapy of cutaneous sporotrichosis in a population in which itraconazole use is not possible. (fiocruz.br)
- Initially treated as venous ulcers , the wounds were later correctly diagnosed as cutaneous disseminated sporotrichosis . (bvsalud.org)
- sporotrichosis, chromoblastomycosis and mousetomas (implantation mycosis) and cutaneous nocardiosis are mainly caused by traumatic inoculation of fungi and bacteria from the environment. (bvsalud.org)
- 11 patients were found with sporotrichosis (Sporothrix schenkii complex), 21 with chromoblastomycosis (Fonsecae pedrosoi complex 47.6%, Phialophora verrucosa 4.7%), 4 mice (Scedosporium apiospermum, Acremonium kiliensi, Fusarium solani and Nocardia brasiliens) and 7 cutaneous nocardiosis (3 Nocardia brasiliensis, 2 Nocardia farcinica, 1 Nocardia transvalensis and 1 Nocardia sp. (bvsalud.org)
Sporothrix10
- Sporotrichosis, also known as "Rose Gardener's Disease," is a subacute or chronic infection caused by the saprophytic dimorphic fungus Sporothrix schenckii . (medscape.com)
- Sporotrichosis is an infection caused by the fungal species Sporothrix schenckii . (cdc.gov)
- This study aimed to perform a seroepidemiological survey on the prevalence of sporotrichosis among cats living in the Northern area of Buenos Aires, where a four-fold increase of Sporothrix brasiliensis infections were diagnosed during the last decade. (qxmd.com)
- The gold standard for the diagnosis of sporotrichosis is the isolation of Sporothrix spp. (fiocruz.br)
- This limitation led us to pursue a new approach on central nervous system (CNS) sporotrichosis diagnosis based on existing molecular methodologies for the detection of Sporothrix spp. (fiocruz.br)
- The infectious agent, the fungus Sporothrix schenckii, has a worldwide distribution, except for Antarctica, with the highest prevalence of Sporotrichosis reports in occupational dermatoses related to gardening or agricultural activities associated with fungal species S. schenckii and S. globosa [3,11]. (mathewsopenaccess.com)
- The primary cause of sporotrichosis is the fungus Sporothrix schenckii . (unionrestoration.com)
- When it comes to sporotrichosis , a fungal infection caused by the Sporothrix fungus, proper diagnosis is of utmost importance. (unionrestoration.com)
- Sporotrichosis is a subcutaneous infection caused by fungi from the genus Sporothrix. (nau.edu)
- Tissue cultured on Sabouraud's agar yielded hyphae and the characteristic bouquet-like conidia of Sporothrix schenkii after 2 weeks at 30°C [see Image C ]. The differential diagnosis of an ulcerated lesion with linear lymphocutaneous spread in Perú includes leishmaniasis, sporotrichosis, atypical mycobacteria, and nocardiosis. (uab.edu)
Itraconazole3
- Itraconazole helps prevent sporotrichosis from recurring while the immune system is weak. (msdmanuals.com)
- The features were suggestive of sporotrichosis and she was empirically started on oral itraconazole. (eyereports.org)
- The treatment of choice for lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis is itraconazole and in severe extracutaneous or disseminated disease amphotericin can be used. (uab.edu)
Lymphocutaneous forms of sporotrichosis1
- Some providers even consider this DOC for lymphocutaneous forms of sporotrichosis. (medscape.com)
Osteoarticular3
- The infection can spread to joints and bones (called osteoarticular sporotrichosis) as well as the central nervous system and the brain (called sporotrichosis meningitis). (wikipedia.org)
- Osteoarticular sporotrichosis is caused by direct inoculation or hematogenous seeding. (medscape.com)
- Osteoarticular sporotrichosis may result in significant morbidity in the form of chronic osteomyelitis and arthritis with significant loss of joint function and deformity. (medscape.com)
Pulmonary5
- citation needed] Pulmonary sporotrichosis This rare form of the disease occur when S. schenckii spores are inhaled. (wikipedia.org)
- Symptoms of pulmonary sporotrichosis include productive coughing, nodules and cavitations of the lungs, fibrosis, and swollen hilar lymph nodes. (wikipedia.org)
- Primary pulmonary infection (pulmonary sporotrichosis) is rare, as is direct inoculation into tendons, bursae, or joints. (medscape.com)
- This form of sporotrichosis is most common in individuals with severe underlying chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and alcoholism. (medscape.com)
- Pulmonary sporotrichosis may contribute to declining pulmonary function in patients with COPD. (medscape.com)
Form of sporotrichosis2
- Patients with this form of sporotrichosis are susceptible to developing tuberculosis and pneumonia[citation needed] Disseminated sporotrichosis When the infection spreads from the initial site to secondary sites in the body, the disease develops into an uncommon and potentially life-threatening form, called disseminated sporotrichosis. (wikipedia.org)
- A rare form of sporotrichosis appears to result from inhalation of the organism. (medscape.com)
Diagnosis9
- The epidemiologic study ( Table 1 ) discovered 11 patients with a microbiologic diagnosis of sporotrichosis from July 2003 to July 2004 in the southwest region. (cdc.gov)
- The laboratory diagnosis and therapeutic management of disseminated sporotrichosis can present many problems to the clinical laboratory and the clinican. (elsevierpure.com)
- Unlocking the secrets of sporotrichosis diagnosis: Know when to seek help and the diagnostic methods that can crack the code! (unionrestoration.com)
- To comprehend the diagnosis of sporotrichosis , it is essential to understand the basics of this fungal infection. (unionrestoration.com)
- By familiarizing ourselves with the basics of sporotrichosis, its causes, and the common symptoms, we can better appreciate the importance of early diagnosis and prompt treatment. (unionrestoration.com)
- Obtaining a definitive diagnosis of sporotrichosis is essential for several reasons. (unionrestoration.com)
- Firstly, a confirmed diagnosis helps to rule out other possible causes of the symptoms, as the signs and symptoms of sporotrichosis can mimic those of various other skin conditions. (unionrestoration.com)
- The diagnostic process for sporotrichosis involves several steps to ensure an accurate and definitive diagnosis. (unionrestoration.com)
- Disseminated Sporotrichosis: An Important Differential Diagnosis for Venous Ulcers. (bvsalud.org)
Mycetoma1
- Examples include: mycetoma and sporotrichosis. (futurelearn.com)
Epidemiology2
- Sporotrichosis: an update on epidemiology, etiopathogenesis, laboratory and clinical therapeutics. (medscape.com)
- Global epidemiology of sporotrichosis. (eyereports.org)
Nodules2
- The characteristic infection involves suppurating subcutaneous nodules that progress proximally along lymphatic channels (lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis). (medscape.com)
- The characteristic nodules and sores may lead a doctor to suspect sporotrichosis, especially when people may have been exposed to the fungus (for example, gardeners, landscapers, and foresters). (msdmanuals.com)
Fungus4
- The majority of sporotrichosis cases occur when the fungus is introduced through a cut or puncture in the skin while handling vegetation containing the fungal spores. (wikipedia.org)
- Sporotrichosis is a type of skin infection caused by a type of fungus named as sporothirx schenckii. (esraazman.com)
- All three tested positive for sporotrichosis brasiliensis, just one type of the fungus. (dailymail.co.uk)
- Sporotrichosis: a Thermally Dimorphic fungus. (brainscape.com)
Zoonotic disease1
- Domestic felines are associated as the main transmission agents of the zoonotic disease Sporotrichosis, a chronic infection that affects the skin and subcutaneous tissues of animals and can be transmitted to humans [1-3]. (mathewsopenaccess.com)
Systemic2
- Sporotrichosis, also known as rose handler's disease, is a fungal infection that may be localised to skin, lungs, bone and joint, or become systemic. (wikipedia.org)
- DOC for disseminated or meningeal forms of systemic sporotrichosis. (medscape.com)
Antifungal1
- Sporotrichosis was subsequently diagnosed, and antifungal therapy was then begun. (cdc.gov)
Symptoms5
- citation needed] Some symptoms of disseminated sporotrichosis include weight loss, anorexia, and bone lesions. (wikipedia.org)
- Sporotrichosis is an acute infection with slow progression and often subtle symptoms. (wikipedia.org)
- Patients 10 and 11 were children who played together in hay purchased from outlet 1 before the onset of symptoms of sporotrichosis. (cdc.gov)
- This section will provide an overview of what sporotrichosis is, its causes and risk factors, as well as the common symptoms associated with the condition. (unionrestoration.com)
- The symptoms of sporotrichosis can vary depending on the form of the infection. (unionrestoration.com)
20191
- determinar las caracterÃsticas demográficas, presentación clÃnica de los casos e identificación de los agentes causales de las micosis de implantación y nocardiosis cutánea a partir de los registros de la sección de MicologÃa del Laboratorio Central en el perÃodo 1997 - 2019. (bvsalud.org)
Fungi1
- Sporotrichosis is caused by fungi of the S. schenckii species complex. (wikipedia.org)
Brazil4
- Cases of meningoencephalitis have increased in the zoonotic hyperendemia of sporotrichosis in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (fiocruz.br)
- Carlos A, Valle F, De R. Zoonotic sporotrichosis in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: a protracted epidemic yet to be curbed. (eyereports.org)
- Since 1998, southeastern Brazil has experienced a zoonotic sporotrichosis epidemic caused by S. brasiliensis, centred in the state of Rio de Janeiro. (nau.edu)
- Our observation of feline sporotrichosis cases in BrasÃlia (Midwestern Brazil), around 900 km away from Rio de Janeiro, led us to question whether the epidemic caused by S. brasiliensis has spread from the epicentre in Rio de Janeiro, emerged independently in the two locations, or if the disease has been present and unrecognized in Midwestern Brazil. (nau.edu)
Fungal infection1
- The fungal infection spreads from the initial lesion along lymphatic channels, forming the chain of indolent nodular and ulcerating lesions typical of lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis. (medscape.com)
Atypical1
- Ferreira TA, Sodr T. Primary conjunctival sporotrichosis: An atypical presentation of the disease. (eyereports.org)
Patients1
- Pathology laboratories and general practitioners in the southwest region of Western Australia were contacted to ascertain patients with cases of sporotrichosis, defined as clinical evidence of disease supported by microbiologic confirmation. (cdc.gov)
Chromoblastomycosis1
- Mycosis and nocardiosis implantation: Sporotrichosis, Chromoblastomycosis, Mycetomas and Nocardiosis. (bvsalud.org)
Inhalation1
- In cases of sporotrichosis affecting the lungs, the fungal spores enter by inhalation. (wikipedia.org)
Endemic4
- Population-based surveillance and a case-control study of risk factors for endemic lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis in Peru. (medscape.com)
- Sporotrichosis: The Story of an Endemic Region in Peru over 28 Years (1985 to 2012). (medscape.com)
- Primary ocular sporotrichosis is uncommon in non-endemic areas and may be easily misdiagnosed, leading to a delay in initiation of treatment. (eyereports.org)
- Sporotrichosis in the ocular adnexa: 21 cases in an endemic area in Peru and review of the literature. (eyereports.org)
Spreads1
- Very rarely, sporotrichosis spreads throughout the body. (msdmanuals.com)
Bacteria1
- Open sporotrichosis lesions on the skin will on occasion become superinfected with bacteria. (wikipedia.org)
Epidemic1
- Ocular sporotrichosis: a frequently misdiagnosed cause of granulomatous conjunctivitis in epidemic areas. (eyereports.org)
Treatment5
- Approach the treatment of sporotrichosis based upon each patient's clinical presentation and severity of illness. (medscape.com)
- For all clinical types of sporotrichosis, continue the treatment course for at least 1 week after clinical cure. (medscape.com)
- Considered a third-line agent for sporotrichosis treatment. (medscape.com)
- There are a few studies on the treatment of sporotrichosis. (fiocruz.br)
- Zoonosis, Domestic animals, Treatment of Sporotrichosis. (mathewsopenaccess.com)
Lesions1
- citation needed] Cats with sporotrichosis are unique in that the exudate from their lesions may contain numerous infectious organisms. (wikipedia.org)
Cases5
- The incidence of sporotrichosis is not precisely known but is estimated at 1-2 cases per million population. (medscape.com)
- A cluster of sporotrichosis cases occurred in the Busselton-Margaret River region of Western Australia from 2000 to 2003. (cdc.gov)
- In Western Australia, sporadic cases have occurred for many years in the southwest, particularly in the wheat-growing areas ( Figure 1 ), but in the year 2000 an increase in the number of cases of sporotrichosis was noted ( 6 ). (cdc.gov)
- Ocular sporotrichosis: 26 cases with bulbar involvement in a hyperendemic area of zoonotic transmission. (eyereports.org)
- Sporotrichosis is distributed worldwide but most cases are reported from the Americas and Japan. (uab.edu)
Transmission1
- With increasing rates of transmission from felines to humans, zoonosis is worrying, both for health policies and for animal protection policies, since many animals are abandoned when contracting sporotrichosis, generating greater risks of spreading the disease among humans and other animals. (mathewsopenaccess.com)
Clinical1
- Clinical practice guidelines for the management of sporotrichosis: 2007 update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America. (medscape.com)
Skin1
- In sporotrichosis, an infection of the skin typically starts on a finger or hand as a small, painless bump (nodule). (msdmanuals.com)
Peru1
- In the highlands of Peru, the incidence of sporotrichosis is approximately 1 case per 1000 people. (medscape.com)
Risk3
- The risk of sporotrichosis in cats is increased in male cats that roam outdoors. (wikipedia.org)
- The risk of spread from infected cats to humans can be reduced by appropriate biosafety measures, including wearing personal protective equipment when handling a cat with suspected sporotrichosis and by washing hands, arms and clothing after handling the cat. (wikipedia.org)
- Several factors can increase the risk of developing sporotrichosis. (unionrestoration.com)