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A rare case of inflammatory tinea barbae in a livestock farmer

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Tinea barbae is a rare zoophilic dermatophyte infection of the beard area, commonly mimicking other dermatological or infectious conditions. We report a young man with progressive erythematous, nodular neck and wrist lesions, unresponsive to antimicrobials. Extensive investigation, including fungal PCR, identified Trichophyton species, leading to successful treatment with systemic antifungals. This case highlights the importance of considering atypical tinea barbae in patients with occupational animal exposure and persistent cutaneous lesions unresponsive to standard antibacterial treatments

Source: Medical Mycology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.mmcr.2026.100789

Authors: Jessica C. Smith, Jillian Gisbey, Catriona Sykes, Callum P. Mutch

Institutions: NHS Lothian, Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, NHS Lanarkshire, Monklands Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Nail Diseases and Treatments

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $650