Abstract
Recurrent and clinically unresponsive dermatophytosis is being increasingly observed in India. However, there is little information regarding the extent of the problem and the factors responsible for these difficult to treat superficial fungal infections. To identify factors contributing to difficult to treat recurrent superficial fungal infections. This prospective cross-sectional study enrolled 105 patients of all age groups presenting with either recurrent or long-standing dermatophyte infection attending the outpatient department of Dermatology, Venerology and Leprosy of Bharati Hospital, Pune, India, between September 2018 and March 2020. Patients were clinically examined, clinical history was taken and questions were asked regarding their current complaints and recorded in a proforma. Data were analysed using the SPSS software package. The males outnumbered females (74.3% vs 25.7%). A strong association was observed between the presence of past history and duration of disease (p=.007). The association of use of topical steroids or keratolytic agents with the duration of disease was statistically significant (p=.022). There was a statistically significant inverse association of duration of disease with dermatologist consultation (p<.001). The association between consultation with non-dermatologist and the duration of disease was statistically significant (p=.035). Hyperhidrosis, obesity, positive family history, tight clothing and chronic diseases may be considered important factors in acquiring dermatophytic infection. However, when it comes to difficult to treat tinea infections, irrational usage of topical steroids, treatment from non-dermatologists and a past history of tinea appear to be more critical causative factors. Treatment of dermatophytosis by dermatologists/ trained physicians and increasing general awareness of the public regarding the current situation about tinea in the country would help to alleviate the current crisis.
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