Tinea incognita B35.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Clinically asymptomatic dermatomycosis (see below tinea). Probably tinea incognito is the most frequent clinical manifestation of tinea corporis.

Clinical features
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Discrete, mostly skin-coloured skin changes, peripherally marked by tender scales. The sharply marked border typical of tinea corporis is missing. The recurrent itching is usually treated with a glucocorticoid externum. Frequently incidental findings.

Therapy
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S.u. Tinea.

Note(s)
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The question of pre-treatment, especially after a glucocorticoid externum, is often negated by many patients.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020