B36: Other superficial mycoses
Other superficial mycoses fall under a group of fungal infections that typically affect the skin, hair, and nails, particularly in regions of the human body that are warm and moist. These infections are usually caused by different types of fungi - dermatophytes, yeasts, and molds. These organisms are abundant in the environment and can be transmitted from person to person, from animals to humans, or via an indirect route such as through soil or contaminated objects. Common symptoms generally include itchy, red, and scaly skin lesions, discolored, thickened and brittle nails, and patches of hair loss. The course of the infection can vary – while some may resolve spontaneously, others could persist or recur, sometimes becoming more widespread on the skin. These infections are generally superficial, affecting only the outermost layers of the skin, but in rare cases, they may invade deeper layers, causing more severe illness.
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