Full Description
Part of the World Clinics: Dermatology series, this book is a complete guide to the diagnosis and management of fungal infections of the skin.
Beginning with an overview, the book discusses the changing and rising incidence of fungal infections, causes of resistance, and different types of fungi.
The following sections cover therapy options including topical, systemic and physical remedies. Preventive measures are also discussed in detail.
The comprehensive text is supplemented by useful tables and more than 100 clinical images to enhance learning.
Other titles in the World Clinics: Dermatology series include 'Acne' and 'Psoriasis'.
Key points
Comprehensive guide to fungal infections of the skin for clinicians
Part of the World Clinics: Dermatology series
Covers topical, systemic and physical therapy options
Includes more than 100 clinical images and tables
Contents
Fungal Diseases
Classification & Background of Mycology
Superficial Fungal Infections - Dermatophytes
Other Superficial Fungal Infections- Piedra, Tinea Nigra, Cutaneous Candidiasis, Pityriasis Versicolor
Onychomycosis
Systemic Mycoses
Subcutaneous Mycoses
Overview of Antifungal Therapies
Topical Therapies for Cutaneous Fungal Infections
Topical Therapies for Onychomycosis
Physical Modalities of Treatment of Cutaneous Fungal Infections
Future Therapies for Cutaneous Fungal Infections
Rising Resistance in Cutaneous Infections and Strategies to Combat It
Tinea Incognito and Topical Corticosteroid Abuse in Dermatology
Changing and Rising Scenario of Cutaneous Fungal Infections: Causes and Solutions
