61. New Scientist Breaking News - Tsunami Survivors Risk Deadly Fungal Infections Tsunami survivors risk deadly fungal infections. 1748 27 January 2005 Wound infections, both bacterial and fungal, will undoubtedly add to the http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=dn6938

62. Janssen Pharmaceutica We distinguish between fungal infections of the body surfaces and systemic fungal infections of the skin are the commonest type of fungal infection. http://www.janssenpharmaceutica.be/health_diseases_1_E.asp

Nederlands Diseases Fungal infections Occasionally, however, this peaceful coexistence goes wrong and a harmless fungal inhabitant becomes troublesome. We distinguish between fungal infections of the body surfaces and systemic fungal infections (which affect the whole body or an organ). Fungal infections of body surfaces Onychomycosis, for instance, affects 1 to 3% of the population, and is characterised by discoloration and thickening of the nail and detachment of the nail plate from the nail bed. Toenails, which are frequently the primary site of infection, are often thick, yellow and brittle, and debris accumulates under the nail. Systemic fungal infections Although systemic fungal infections are relatively rare, their incidence has risen during the past 20 years. This is because of increases in the number of people with diminished or impaired immunity. Immune defences are reduced during certain hospital treatments, such as chemotherapy for cancer, and in some diseases, such as HIV infection.

63. Janssen Pharmaceutica Early developments in the treatment of fungal infections Many drugs used to treatfungal infections of the skin are applied directly to the site of http://www.janssenpharmaceutica.be/health_research5_E.asp

Nederlands Research Fungal infections Our commitment to the treatment of fungal infections Fungal infections are contagious and often chronic. Successful treatment is therefore essential to improving the patient's quality of life. The Janssen Research Foundation has a long history of leadership in antifungal research. It has developed a wide range of antifungal drugs that are recognized worldwide. Early developments in the treatment of fungal infections Many drugs used to treat fungal infections of the skin are applied directly to the site of infection in the form of ointments, creams or medicated shampoos. In the 1960s, our researchers made history with the discovery of DAKTARIN™ (miconazole) and PEVARYL™ (econazole). These medicines are available almost everywhere in cream, spray, powder or gel forms. In addition, NIZORAL™

64. Superficial Fungal Infections Of The Skin--Course Outline Superficial fungal infections are among the most common infections in humans.The three most common superficial fungal infections are the dermatophytes, http://www.bu.edu/cme/modules/2002/superficialfungal02/content/

Superficial Fungal Infections of the Skin Discussion Introduction Dermatophyte Infections Tinea Capitis Tinea Pedis ... References Course Directors Thomas M. Ruenger, M.D., Ph.D. Professor of Dermatology Boston University School of Medicine Department of Dermatology Boston Medical Center Robin L. Travers, M.D. Dermatologist Chestnut Hill, MA Faculty Disclosure Policy Faculty member has nothing to disclose with regard to commercial support. Faculty member indicates that she does not plan to discuss unlabeled/investigational uses of a commercial product. Description This module offers a detailed examinatin of dermatophyte infections and tinea versicolor. The mycological characteristics of dermatophytes and yeasts are discussed. Clinical manifestations, case presentations, differential diagnoses, and treatment options are described with respect to tinea capitis, tinea pedis, tinea manuum, tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea unguium, and tinea versicolor. Release Date This course offered beginning September 15, 1997

65. Pocket Guide To Fungal Infection - Book Information laboratory diagnosis and management of fungal infections worldwide. It is anideal publication for those who encounter fungal infections as part of http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/book.asp?ref=1405122188

66. Mycology Online -- Mycoses These are superficial cosmetic fungal infections of the skin or hair shaft. These are fungal infections of the body caused by dimorphic fungal pathogens http://www.mycology.adelaide.edu.au/Mycoses/

The University of Adelaide Home Search Mycology Online ... Laboratory Methods THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE AUSTRALIA 5005 Contact: Dr David Ellis Email Telephone: Facsimile: Clinical Groupings for Fungal Infections The following clinical groupings may be recognized: Skin Mycology The Superficial Mycoses These are superficial cosmetic fungal infections of the skin or hair shaft. No living tissue is invaded and there is no cellular response from the host. Essentially no pathological changes are elicited. These infections are often so innocuous that patients are often unaware of their condition. Disease Causative organisms Incidence Pityriasis versicolor Seborrhoeic dermatitis including Dandruff and Follicular pityriasis Malassezia furfur (a lipophilic yeast) Common Tinea nigra Exophiala werneckii Rare White piedra Trichosporon beigelii Common Black piedra Piedraia hortae Rare The Cutaneous Mycoses These are superficial fungal infections of the skin, hair or nails. No living tissue is invaded, however a variety of pathological changes occur in the host because of the presence of the infectious agent and its metabolic products. Disease Causative organisms Incidence Dermatophytosis Ringworm of the scalp,

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68. Fungal Infection: Information From Answers.com fungal infection, infection caused by a fungus, some affecting animals, othersplants. fungal infections of Human and Animals Many fungal infections, http://www.answers.com/topic/fungal-infection

showHide_TellMeAbout2('false'); Business Entertainment Games Health ... More... On this page: Encyclopedia Health WordNet Mentioned In Or search: - The Web - Images - News - Blogs - Shopping fungal infection Encyclopedia fungal infection, infection caused by a fungus, some affecting animals, others plants. Fungal Infections of Human and Animals Many fungal infections, or mycoses, of humans and animals affect only the outer layers of skin, and although they are sometimes difficult to cure, they are not considered dangerous. Athlete's foot and ringworm are among the common superficial fungal infections. Fungal infections of the mucous membranes are caused primarily by Candida albicans (see candidiasis ). It usually affects the mouth (see thrush ) and the vaginal and anal regions. The fungi that affect the deeper layers of skin and internal organs are capable of causing serious, often fatal illness. Sporotrichosis is an infection of farmers, horticulturists, and others who come into contact with plants or mud. The disease affects the skin and lymphatic system and, in rare cases, becomes disseminated. Blastomycosis is caused by a yeastlike fungus that reproduces by budding. The North American variety, caused by Blastomycosis dermatitidis

69. FUNGAL INFECTIONS fungal infections. If you suspect tinea please send generous scrapings of theskin or The topical products for nail fungal infection (Trosyl and Loceryl http://www.swis.net/excg/derm/derm7.htm

70. Posters And Abstracts: Fungal Infections fungal infections. The treatment of invasive fungal diseases is an ongoing Indeed, reports indicate that invasive fungal infections affect between 10% http://www.medscape.com/viewprogram/2041

Register Log In September 9, 2005 Return to Medscape coverage of: 42nd Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy 42nd Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy Posters and Abstracts: Fungal Infections September 27 - 30, 2002, San Diego, California This activity is not sanctioned by, nor a part of, the 42nd Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. Click here for more information on this Medscape program. Contents Fungal Infections The treatment of invasive fungal diseases is an ongoing clinical challenge, particularly in people with compromised immune systems following disease- or treatment-related complications. Indeed, reports indicate that invasive fungal infections affect between 10% and 25% of patients with acute leukemia treated by allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, and that over 50% of these patients die. In patients with disseminated infections or persistent neutropenia, the death rate climbs to nearly 100%. Varied success in managing these infections has been achieved with the traditional antifungal therapies amphotericin B and 5-fluorocytosine, as well as with the newer agents fluconazole and itraconazole. However, limitations of these agents include adverse side effects, as well as an inability to effectively treat some refractory infections or the uncommon fungi (such as Fusarium or Scedosporium species) that are occurring more frequently. The need for improved therapies to prevent and treat primary and secondary infections has led to further developments of antifungal drugs, such as voriconazole, a member of a class of drugs known as the triazoles.

71. Log In Problems Opportunistic fungal infections constitute an increasing proportion of infectionsseen in immunocompromised patients; these infections are associated with a http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/462308

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72. H2 Fungal Infections Of Man P /H2 Cryptococcosis is a subacute or chronic fungal infection, Cutaneous fungalinfections are those which involve skin, hair or nails without invasion of http://education.med.nyu.edu/courses/microbiology/courseware/infect-disease/Fung

73. Improved Prophylaxis And Treatment Of Fungal Infections -- Blood Or Marrow Trans Although many drugs are available to treat posttransplant fungal infections,the best outcomes are achieved when preventive measures are successful. http://www.marrow.org/PHYSICIAN/improved_prophylaxis.html

HOME CONTACT US CAREERS MEDIA ... PHYSICIAN RESOURCES switchIt("physician" ,"main_nav_sel"); Home Physician Resources > Improved Prophylaxis and Treatment of Fungal Infections E-mail a Friend Print this Page Improved Prophylaxis and Treatment of Fungal Infections Although drugs from three different pharmacological classes (polyenes, echinocandins and azoles) are available to treat post-transplant fungal infections, the best outcomes are achieved when preventive measures are successful. Preventing Fungal Infections Strategies to reduce the risk of invasive fungal infections (IFIs) include using HEPA filters, laminar flow isolation, reverse isolation, special diets and gut sterilization. [1,2] Efforts such as these to keep transplant patients from contacting common fungi have kept the overall rates of post-transplant IFIs to between 8% and 15%. [3] Other preventive strategies include: Tapering corticosteroids, which are risk factors for developing IFIs, as soon as possible Using non-myeloablative regimens, which reduce tissue injury/susceptibility to IFIs Use of post-transplant G-CSF to accelerate neutrophil recovery Prophylactic use of fluconazole to prevent Candida albicans invasion [4] Treating Fungal Infections Aspergillus and Candida species are the two most common fungi to infect transplant patients. Periods of greatest susceptibility vary depending upon the post-transplant stage:

74. 10News.com - Health - New Ways To Rid Kids Of Fungal Infections He had a fungal infection commonly known as ringworm. Sometimes kids willhave hair loss or scaling on (their) scalp and are treated like it s dandruff. http://www.10news.com/health/4777116/detail.html

Contact the Station Sign up for E-News Get RSS Search Expert Connection A-List House and Home Slideshow Gallery ... Health Email This Story Print This Story New Ways To Rid Kids Of Fungal Infections Children's Hospital Looking For More Participants POSTED: 12:11 pm PDT July 27, 2005 UPDATED: 5:48 pm PDT July 27, 2005 SAN DIEGO Warm weather and kids playing together is the perfect environment for fungal infections to thrive, 10News reported. Doctors at Children's Hospital are studying new options to rid kids of fungus for good. Six-year-old Jakwon Ellison said he's excited about the summer because it means more time to ride his skateboard. But just a few months ago, it hurt to wear his helmet. "I'd take him to the barber (to) get his hair cut and I noticed he had little white spots," Jakwon's mom, Chiante Brown, said. "They were itching me. They were hurting my head and they were giving me headaches," Ellison said. Ellison's mom tried everything creams, lotions and gels. "I was taking a brush (and) scrubbing his head in the tub. (I was) doing everything I could to make this go away," Brown said. A doctor prescribed antibiotics, but the symptoms came back because Ellison didn't have a bacterial infection. He had a fungal infection commonly known as ringworm.

75. Targeting Hard-to-kill Fungal Infections A study appearing in the February issue of I The Journal of Nuclear Medicine /I demonstrates that radioimmunotherapy (RIT) provides a new, http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2004-02/sonm-thf021204.php

Public release date: 12-Feb-2004 E-mail Article Contact: Gavin McDonald gmcdonald@kamber.com Society of Nuclear Medicine Targeting hard-to-kill fungal infections Reston, VA – Killing the disease without killing the patient is an old dilemma for doctors fighting cancer and some of the tougher microorganisms such as fungal infections in individuals with suppressed immune systems. Drugs have little effect when a patient's own immune system isn't available to help, and these fungi can resist external radiation that would kill even a perfectly healthy human. But they can be easily killed by a very small dose of radiation inside their cells. Monoclonal antibodies can be designed to deliver radiation to specific cell types while sparing surrounding tissue. These designer antibodies, armed with radioactive isotopes, have been found to be highly effective against some types of cancer, but the combination may also be useful in other types of serious disease. This technique is known as radioimmunotherapy (RIT). A study appearing in the February issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine demonstrates that radioimmunotherapy (RIT) provides a new, highly effective way to kill Cryptococcus neoformans and Histoplasma capsulatum, the fungi responsible for fungal meningitis and pneumonia, using much smaller levels of radiation than required to kill the fungi by external radiation. The study used organism-specific monoclonal antibodies coupled with radioactive isotopes of bismuth or rhenium.

76. The Physician And Sportsmedicine: Fungal Infections And Parasitic Infestations I fungal infections and Parasitic Infestations in Sports In Brief Common fungalinfections include tinea corporis, capitis, cruris, versicolor, http://www.physsportsmed.com/issues/2004/1004/winokur.htm

Fungal Infections and Parasitic Infestations in Sports Expedient Identification and Treatment Rebecca C. Winokur, MD; William W. Dexter, MD Sports Dermatology Series Editor: William W. Dexter, MD THE PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE - VOL 32 - NO. 10 - OCTOBER 2004 For CME accreditation information, instructions and learning objectives, click here In Brief: Common fungal infections include tinea corporis, capitis, cruris, versicolor, and pedis, as well as onychomycosis. Prevention of spread is important and involves frequent skin surveillance, avoidance of shared equipment, and regular equipment cleaning. The NCAA recommends treatment of tinea corporis and capitis infections and covering any exposed infection before return to play. Parasitic infestations occur because of the close physical contact of team members and athletes in contact sports. Both scabies and pediculosis should be treated before return to play, according to NCAA guidelines. Cutaneous larva migrans, a chronic parasitic infection caused by a hookworm, may be seen in beach volleyball players. F ungal infections, such as the various forms of tinea (table 1) and onychomycosis, are common among athletes; parasitic infestations less so. Both, however, require diligent diagnosis and expedient treatment. The warm, moist environment of the skin, occlusive equipment, and towel sharing predispose athletes to fungal infections, and close contact and various environments can raise the risk of parasitic infestation. Proper hygiene and other prevention steps are also integral to disease management.

77. EMedicine Health - Yeast And Fungal Infections Yeast and fungal infections. Choose from the articles below to learn about thesymptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of yeast and fungal infections. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/collections/CO1578.asp

Search September 9, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals Yeast and Fungal Infections Choose from the articles below to learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of yeast and fungal infections. Candidiasis (Yeast Infection) Onychomycosis Sporotrichosis Understanding Vaginal Yeast Infection Medications ... Anal Itching Search Dementia is not something that happens only to older people. Learn about causes and treatment options. Stress, fear, or worries can lead to severe anxiety, which can have a serious impact on your life. Do you need to seek help? Anxiety Asthma Cholesterol Depression ... Healthcare Professionals We subscribe to the HONcode principles. Verify here

78. Onychomycosis - Fungal Infections Of Fingernails Or Toenails - Health Informatio Health information discussing toenail fungus or onychomycosis, which in a fungalinfection involving the fingernails or toenails. http://www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/handouts/toenailfungus.html

Go to PDF Version Onychomycosis - Fungal Infections of Fingernails or Toenails Nail changes, particularly fungal infections of the toenails, are very common in people of all ages. Fortunately most changes are more cosmetically irritating than medically worrisome. A fungal infection involving the nails usually invades from the free edge (at the top) of the nail. It will appear as a yellow or whitish, opaque change and may even lead to separation of the nail plate from the nail bed. Sometimes the surface will become rough and crumbly. A brownish-yellow discoloration may occur, and the nail may be thickened. Toenails, fingernails or even the skin around nails can be involved. Diagnosis is made by observation and preferably from a scraping for microscopic evaluation or culture. Other reasons nails may separate from the nailbed (onycholysis) or thicken include repeated pressure on the area, psoriasis, medications or allergic reactions. Fungal infections of the nails usually do not respond to topical agents, especially over-the-counter antifungals. One topical antifungal, Penlac, is available by prescription; cure rates with Penlac are less than 20% at one year. Oral medications, available by prescription only, include Terbinafine (Lamisil), griseofulvin, and Itraconazole (Sporonox). Treatment takes 3-6 months for fingernails and up to 12 or 18 months for toenails, though treatment time can often be reduced by removing the affected nail first. Treatment can be expensive, and treatment failure or recurrence of the infection is common (nearly 50% for most regimens). Monthly blood tests are usually used to make certain the liver is not irritated by these medications.

79. Fungal Infections fungal infections of the skin include ringworm and jock itch. If you areprone to frequent fungal infections, try adding one or two cloves of raw garlic http://www.drweil.com/u/Article/A120/

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80. Kids' Health - Topics - Fungal Infections fungus; tinea; jock itch; ringworm; itch; anti fungal; infection; itch ; fungal infections can take a while to clear up and you may have to keep up the http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1726

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