Prevalence of Dermatophytes in a Tertiary Care Center of Solapur, Maharashtra
Journal Title: Journal of Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University - Year 2016, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Skin infection due to dermatophytes has become a significant health problem in tropical and sub tropical countries including India. Aim & Objectives: The present study was undertaken with an aim to study the distribution and frequency of dermatophyte species according to the site of infection. Also, Dermatophyte Test Medium (DTM) and Sabouraud's Dextrose Agar (SDA) were compared as screening medium. Material and Methods: A total 162 specimen were collected from 150 clinically diagnosed cases during the period of December 2012 to July 2014. The identification of isolate was done by microscopy, culture and other physiological tests such as urease test, hair perforation test and rice grain test. Results: Commonest age group affected was 21-30 years. Tinea corporis was the most common clinical type. Out of 162 specimens, 90 (55.56%) specimen were positive on direct microscopy and 84 specimens showed dermatophytic growth on culture media. T.rubrum was the commonest isolate. As compared to DTM, SDA proved to be a slightly better isolation media. Conclusion: Dermatophytosis is very common in our region having favorable climate which in association with poor hygienic conditions plays an important role in the growth of these fungi. Laboratory diagnosis using conventional methods like direct microscopy and culture both are necessary as they are easy to perform but require skill and expertise for identification.
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Prachala Govind Rathod , Nasira Khalid Shaikh , Kishor Vishwasrao Ingole , Sapana Govindlalji Mundhada , Smita Maharudrappa Chakote
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