Moccasin mycosis B35.3

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Squamous-hyperkeratotic form of the tinea pedis. Beginning on the soles of the feet and slowly spreading to the edges and back of the feet, hence the name "moccasin mycosis".

Pathogen
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T. rubrum, T. mentagrophytes var. interdigital, more rarely other dermatophytes.

Etiopathogenesis
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S. Tinea pedum. High prevalence in diabetics!

Clinical features
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Initially fine, dry scaling on a slightly to moderately inflamed skin. In the further course of the disease, thick hyperkeratosis and painful rhagades may develop, especially on the heels which are particularly exposed to stress.

Diagnosis
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Differential diagnosis
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Therapy
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Note(s)
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Often this form is not recognized as tinea pedum but interpreted as dry skin.

Literature
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  1. Seebacher C et al (2007) Onychomycosis. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 5: 61-66

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Tinea pedis moccasin type;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020