Mycoses
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When toenail onychomycosis can turn deadly
Pay special attention in the immunocompromised and immunosuppressed.
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Maximizing bang in topical onychomycosis therapy
Tips from an expert.
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New drug comparable to voriconazole for aspergillosis
Key clinical point: Isavuconazole is an appropriate alternative for primary treatment of suspected invasive aspergillosis. Major finding: All-...
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VIDEO: Which patients are best for new onychomycosis topicals?
Two new topical treatments for onychomycosis, tavaborole and efinaconazole, are more effective than previous topical therapies.
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Dexamethasone harmful for patients with HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis
Adjunctive dexamethasone not only failed to decrease mortality, it actually induced more disability and adverse events than placebo in patients...
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VIDEO: New diagnostic, treatment methods for fungal infections
Dr. Adam Friedman discussed practical methods for dealing with dermatophytes and onychomycosis that dermatologists can use in their practice.
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Hong Kong zygomycosis deaths pinned to dirty hospital laundry
Key clinical point: Clinicians need to maintain a high index of suspicion for early diagnosis and treatment of zygomycosis in immunosuppressed...
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Oral fluconazole raises miscarriage risk
The study findings indicate that “cautious prescribing of oral fluconazole in pregnancy may be advisable,” at least until more data is available,...
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European societies issue aspergillosis diagnosis, management guidelines
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Invasive candidiasis hospitalizations down overall
The incidence of hospitalizations associated with invasive candidiasis decreased between 2007 and 2012, but both elderly and black patients remain...