Protocolo diagnóstico y terapéutico de las infecciones fúngicas de la piel

Abstract

Superficial fungal infections are extremely common in our setting, especially dermatophytosis, candidiasis, and pityriasis versicolor. Their clinical presentations vary and it is advisable to be familiarized with them in order to make a correct differential diagnosis. The fundamental pillars for diagnosis are the combination of clinical data, use of the Wood lamp, a direct examination, and a culture. The topical and systemic therapeutic arsenal for treating mycoses is extensive. Generally, superficial mycoses respond to topical treatments whereas systemic mycoses or those which affect the scalp or nails require systemic antimycotic drugs.