therapeutic action: itraconazole efficacy

Disseminated subcutaneous sporotrichosis in an immunocompetent patient: A case report and a systematic literature review

A 74-year-old man developed multiple infected lumps on his arm, wrist, and finger months after being injured by a tree branch. Doctors identified the infection as sporotrichosis caused by a fungus called Sporothrix schenckii using advanced genetic testing. He was successfully treated with itraconazole tablets for several months and completely recovered. This case is unusual because sporotrichosis typically affects people with weakened immune systems, but this patient had a normal immune system.

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Insights into Persian Gulf Beach Sand Mycobiomes: Promises and Challenges in Fungal Diversity

Researchers studied fungi in beach sand and water along the Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman coasts during summer months. They found high levels of potentially harmful fungi, especially Aspergillus terreus, which can cause serious respiratory infections. Many of these fungi showed resistance to common antifungal medications. The study recommends better hygiene awareness for beach visitors and establishing safety standards for these popular recreational areas.

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