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Management of tinea corporis, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis: A comprehensive review. — SAQ
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A patient presents with features suggestive of management of tinea corporis, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis: a comprehensive review.. Tinea (dermatophytosis, ringworm) is a superficial fungal skin infection by dermatophyte moulds (Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton) that digest keratin in skin, hair, and nails. Named ...
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a) What is the most likely diagnosis and what clinical features support it? (2 marks)
b) What investigations would you arrange to confirm the diagnosis? (3 marks)
c) Outline your management plan for this patient. (3 marks)
d) What are the key complications and prognostic factors? (2 marks)