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  • Title: Severe tinea corporis due to Trichophyton verrucosum mimicking discoid lupus erythematosus.
    Author: Khosravi AR, Mansouri P, Nikaein D, Sharifzadeh A, Erfanmanesh A, Chalangari R, Safaei-Naraghi Z, Safar F.
    Journal: J Mycol Med; 2012 Mar; 22(1):92-5. PubMed ID: 23177820.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: This study was carried out to show possible similarities between discoid lupus erythematosus clinical signs and histopathological findings and dermatophytosis. PATIENT AND METHODS: A 43-year-old woman with diffused erythematous scaling lesions on her neck was studied. Skin biopsy was performed using H&E and PAS staining. Direct microscopic examination and mycological culture of specimens were done as well. RESULTS: Histopathological examination suggested she was suffering from discoid lupus erythematosus; however mycological findings confirmed Trichophyton verrucosum as the etiologic agent of lesions. She was successfully treated with oral terbinafine and clotrimazole cream. CONCLUSION: Regarding to the results of this study, there are some similarities between dermatophytosis and skin infections such as discoid lupus erythematosus.
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