Superficial Fungal Infections: Training of health workers at national and district levels on skin-NTDs
Tipo
Course
Ubicación
Web-based
Duración
4 Horas
Área del programa
Other
Precio
0,00 US$
Correo Electrónico del Centro de Coordinación del Evento
globalhealth@unitar.org
Inscripción
Public – by registration
Tipo de aprendizaje
E-learning
Idioma(s)
English
Pilar
The Defeat NCD Partnership
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Superficial fungal infections are some of the most prevalent diseases across the world. This course explores the epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of the most common superficial fungal infections globally. This course also talks about the rapid spread of drug-resistant dermatophytes and how to mitigate its effects.
- Name the most common pathogens responsible for superficial fungal infections;
- Describe the epidemiology and pathology of superficial fungal infections;
- Describe the clinical presentation and diagnosis of superficial fungal infections;
- Explain the therapeutic management plan for superficial fungal infections; and
- Explain the importance of drug-resistance dermatophytes and how to mitigate its effects.
Approximate course duration: 3.5 hours
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Superficial fungal infections, also known as dermatomycoses, are common infections that estimated to affect around 1 billion people worldwide. These infections most frequently affect the skin, hair, and nails of humans. They are caused by 3 main groups of fungi:
dermatophytes
* non-dermatophyte mold, and
* yeasts.
In most cases, the diagnosis can be found-based on clinical characteristics.
Mycological examination may be necessary for a few cases before starting antifungal treatment. This course will explore the clinical features and diagnostic tools to help distinguish dermatomycoses from similar-appearing diseases. This course will also explore the standard treatment regimen for superficial fungal infections.
Lastly, we will discuss the rapidly emerging problem of antifungal resistance in dermatophytes and what can be done to mitigate its effects.
Frontline health workers