Defining the best time to initiate therapy and treatment goals in negative culture mycetoma: A case from a non-endemic country
Penulis:Â Manurung, Teguh Hopkop Putera;Â Al Fauz Lubis, Farah Faulin;Â Lestari, Adhika Ayu;Â Sirait, Sondang Pandjaitan;Â Widaty, Sandra
Informasi
JurnalJournal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
PenerbitPakistan Association of Dermatologists
Volume & EdisiVol. 34,Edisi 1
Halaman290 - 295
Tahun Publikasi2024
ISSN15609014
Jenis SumberScopus
Abstrak
Mycetoma is a chronic granulomatous suppurative disease of the skin and underlying tissue caused by saprophytic fungus (eumycetoma) or actinomycetes (actinomycetoma). Despite having a low prevalence and low mortality rate, mycetoma may cause serious complications such as deformity and disability due to destruction of skin and adjacent structures. Various therapeutic options call for a thorough diagnostic approach before initiating therapy. Prompt treatment is imperative to limit disabilities Furthermore, mycetoma is prone to recurrences, hence rigorous assessment of therapeutic goal is essential. We reported a case of actinomycetoma confirmed by histopathology examination and successfully treated with combination of rifampicin and cotrimoxazole. © 2024 Pakistan Association of Dermatologists. All rights reserved.
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