Tinea Infections

Question 1

Tinea infections - what are the 5 types

Answer 1

Pedis = athlete’s foot
Corporis = ring worm on skin
Capitis = scalp
Cruris = groin
Unguium = nail

Question 2

Tinea infections - key symptoms (body, groin, head)

Answer 2

Body: ring-shaped patches, raised scaly edge with central clearing
Groin: affects skin folds, no central clearing
Head: itchy scalp, patches of alopecia
Itchiness, redness, scaliness

Question 3

Tinea infections - extra questions (5)

Answer 3

Widespread
Immunocompromised
Affecting scalp
Recent use of topical steroids
Thick crusting

Question 4

Tinea infections - explanation

Answer 4

common fungal infection spread through skin to skin contact

Question 5

Tinea infections - risk factors (4)

Answer 5

Hit, humid climates
Tight-fitting clothing
Direct skin contact
Obesity

Question 6

Tinea infections - first-line treatment (drug, product, how it works, how to use it)

Answer 6

Terbinafine cream (Lamisil)
Fungicidal - kills fungus
Apply a thin layer BD for 7 days
16 +

Question 7

Tinea infections - Other OTC treatment (not Lamisil), dose and product (3)

Answer 7

Clotrimazole cream/spray, BD-TDS for at least 1 month
Hydrocortisone cream BD for 7 days for inflammation
Antifungal powder (Daktarin) BD

Question 8

Tinea infections - lifestyle (7)

Answer 8

Avoid sharing towels
Loose fitting clothing
Avoid scratching
Wash skin daily and dry thoroughly
Wash clothes and bedding
Disinfect hair brush if scalp affected
Avoid itching

Question 9

Tinea infections - referral (5)

Answer 9

Immunocompromised
Associated with steroid misuse
Scalp infection (required oral antifungal)
Unresponsive
Thick crusting