Fungal Infections of the Skin: Superficial and Deep Mycoses,"
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: The article provides an overview of fungal infections affecting the skin, hair, nails and deeper tissues. It explains the causes, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of superficial and deep fungal infections. It discusses common superficial infections such as ringworm, pityriasis versicolor and candidiasis, as well as serious deep infections such as sporotrichosis, chromoblastomycosis and systemic fungal diseases. It also describes diagnostic methods, including KOH microscopy, fungal culture and skin biopsy, and reviews the main antifungal drugs used in treatment. The article highlights the importance of early diagnosis, appropriate antifungal therapy, prevention of recurrence and the growing challenge of antifungal-resistant fungi.
Author: Ahmad, Irfan
Institution: Osh State University
Language: English
Topic: Nail Diseases and Treatments
Subfield: Dermatology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7225154035