DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Squamous-hyperkeratotic form of the tinea pedis. Beginning on the soles of the feet and slowly spreading to the edges and back of the feet, hence the name "moccasin mycosis".
PathogenThis section has been translated automatically.
T. rubrum, T. mentagrophytes var. interdigital, more rarely other dermatophytes.
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EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.
S. Tinea pedum. High prevalence in diabetics!
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Initially fine, dry scaling on a slightly to moderately inflamed skin. In the further course of the disease, thick hyperkeratosis and painful rhagades may develop, especially on the heels which are particularly exposed to stress.
DiagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.
S.u. Tinea pedum.
Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
S.u. Tinea pedum.
Note(s)This section has been translated automatically.
Often this form is not recognized as tinea pedum but interpreted as dry skin.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Seebacher C et al (2007) Onychomycosis. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 5: 61-66
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Tinea pedis moccasin type;Outgoing links (3)
Foot infection gram-negative; Psoriasis palmaris et plantaris (overview); Tinea pedis (overview);Disclaimer
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