Tinea nigra: treatment with topical ketoconazole.

Abstract

Tinea nigra is a relatively uncommon fungal infection presenting as a pigmented macule of the palms or soles. Since the lesion can easily mimic a melanocytic process, it is important to recognize the infection before recommending unnecessary surgical procedures. A case of tinea nigra that responded to treatment with topical ketoconazole is presented.

• Authors: W A Burke
• Journal: Cutis (Cutis) Vol. 52 Issue 4 Pg. 209-11 (Oct 1993) ISSN: 0011-4162 [Print] United States
• PMID: 8261805 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Ketoconazole

Topics

• Administration, Topical
• Animals
• Dermatomycoses (drug therapy, pathology)
• Exophiala
• Female
• Foot Dermatoses (drug therapy, pathology)
• Humans
• Ketoconazole (administration & dosage)
• Middle Aged