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DERMATOLOGIC THERAPY
Volume 22, Issue 6, Pages 550-559Publisher
WILEY
DOI: 10.1111/j.1529-8019.2009.01276.x
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fungal infection; tinea; tropical; tropics
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Superficial fungal infections represent an important cause of morbidity for people worldwide, particularly in the tropics. Fungal infections affect the skin, hair, or the nails, and tend to thrive in the heat and humidity of tropical countries. Because of environmental and cultural factors unique to the tropics, the causative organisms and presentation of these infections may differ from those in industrialized countries. Treatment options include topical and systemic therapy. However, social and socioeconomic factors in developing tropical countries may necessitate different treatment approaches to achieve success.
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