Abstract

A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF DERMATOPHYTOSIS: SYMPTOMS, AND TREATMENTS

Tarun Kumar Sinha, Smruti Ranjan Dash *, Prerana Sahu, Sandip Prasad Tiwari

Faculty of Pharmacy, Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh India (492101)

ABSTRACT

Dermatophytosis, often known as ringworm, is a fungal illness of the skin, hair, and nails caused by dermatophytes. Despite its name, it is not caused by worms but by fungus that thrive in warm, moist environments. This study looks at the history, classification, present situation, risk factors, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and therapy of dermatophytosis. The history goes back to ancient literature, with substantial advances in diagnosis and therapy in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Dermatophytosis has been a significant problem in India as a result of antifungal resistance and changing climatic circumstances. Classification according to infection location and mechanism of transmission offers information about its spread and control. Clinical examination and microscopic investigation are used to make the diagnosis, and treatment choices range from topical to oral antifungal drugs, depending on the severity. Susceptibility is influenced by a variety of risk factors, including inadequate hygiene and environmental exposure. Understanding the pathophysiology of fungal infections, hosts, and environmental variables assists in prevention and treatment. The treatment options vary depending on the site and severity of the illness, with oral antifungals being required for scalp and nail infections. Home treatments, such as aloe vera and coconut oil, can supplement medical treatment. Overall, dermatophytosis is a major worldwide health concern that need multidisciplinary collaboration for successful care and prevention.

Keywords: Dermatophytosis, infections, ringworm, Dermatophyte.