Valeria Pussetto; Sofia Bottinelli; Florencia Agûero; Susana Amigot; Mónica Recarte

Authors

Valeria Pussetto National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina
Sofia Bottinelli National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina
Florencia Agûero National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina
Susana Amigot National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina
Mónica Recarte National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Keywords:

Generalized dermatophytosis, HIV/AIDS, tinea capitis, Microsporum canis

Abstract

In individuals with HIV infection, the frequency of dermatophytosis is similar to that of the general population. However, they usually assume unusual clinical presentations and originate from rare etiologic agents, mainly in association with the severity of immunosuppression. Asymptomatic, atypical or anergic, extensive, resistant to treatment and recurrent lesions are characteristic. Such lesions may simulate many other dermatoses, so their diagnosis is a real challenge. We present the case of a 24 years old HIV-positive woman with an unusual form of extended dermatophytosis by Microsporum canis.

Author Biographies

Valeria Pussetto, National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Physician of the Dermatology Specialist Career

Sofia Bottinelli, National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Physician of the Dermatology Specialist Career

Florencia Agûero, National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Physician of the Dermatology Specialist Career

Susana Amigot, National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Professor of the Chair of Clinical Mycology

Mónica Recarte, National University of Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Associate Professor of the Chair of Dermatology, Faculty of Medical Sciences

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