Infections of the Facial Skin and Scalp

Banki, Ali; Castiglione, Frank M.

doi:10.1016/b978-0-323-28945-0.00022-3

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“…Tinea faciei is a fungal infection that causes pustules and scales in the non-beard region of the face, causing itching and rashes when exposed to sunlight. Zoophilic dermatophytes such as Microsporum canis can cause more severe infection than anthropophilic dermatophytes by causing a reaction under the stratum corneum by producing keratinases, or keratin-degrading enzymes [59]. Tinea manuum is somehow similar to tinea pedis and is diagnosed by dry, scaly patches on the palms and in interdigital areas of the hand.…”

Section: Skin Fungal Infections and Causative Agentsmentioning

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A Review on Antifungal Efficiency of Plant Extracts Entrenched Polysaccharide-Based Nanohydrogels

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Human skin acts as a physical barrier; however, sometimes the skin gets infected by fungi, which becomes more severe if the infection occurs on the third layer of the skin. Azole derivative-based antifungal creams, liquids, or sprays are available to treat fungal infections; however, these formulations show various side effects on the application site. Over the past few years, herbal extracts and various essential oils have shown effective antifungal activity. Additionally, autoxidation and epimerization are significant problems with the direct use of herbal extracts. Hence, to overcome these obstacles, polysaccharide-based nanohydrogels embedded with natural plant extracts and oils have become the primary choice of pharmaceutical scientists. These gels protect plant-based bioactive compounds and are effective delivery agents because they release multiple bioactive compounds in the targeted area. Nanohydrogels can be applied to infected areas, and due to their contagious nature and penetration power, they get directly absorbed through the skin, quickly reaching the skin’s third layer and effectively reducing the fungal infection. In this review, we explain various skin fungal infections, possible treatments, and the effective utilization of plant extract and oil-embedded polysaccharide-based nanohydrogels.

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Section: Skin Fungal Infections and Causative Agentsmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review on Antifungal Efficiency of Plant Extracts Entrenched Polysaccharide-Based Nanohydrogels

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Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Facial Skin in Pediatric Patient: Case Report

Mkrtchyan

Hovhannisyan

Vardanyan³

et al. 2023

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Background: Necrotizing fasciitis is a potentially life-threatening soft tissue infection, characterized by necrosis of the fascia, subcutaneous tissue, adipose tissue and can be fatal. NF is most common in immunocompromised hosts but may also occur in healthy patients without apparent antecedent injury. It is usually caused by either Group A streptococci or a polymicrobial, synergistic infection. The case that we present is unique in the Republic of Armenia, necrotizing fasciitis of the face in a child. Methods: We report the case of 3,5-year-old children who were treated for NF in our unit, inclusive, were reviewed retrospectively. Information recorded included medical history, clinical characteristics, diagnostic procedures, treatment methods, and the outcome. Results: The essence of the treatment was to prevent further development of necrosis, taking the child out of the state of general intoxication, in connection with, early surgical debridement, anti-intoxication, antibacterial therapy were carried out in several stages. In result, auto transplantation by full thickness skin autograft has been done, maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the wound. Conclusion: Because necrotizing fasciitis is a surgical emergency, the patient should be admitted immediately to a surgical intensive care unit, where the surgical staff is skilled in performing extensive debridement and reconstructive surgery. Despite the fact that it is rare in children, according to our data, it turned out that the reason for the penetration of microorganisms may be an incomplete injection. Clinicians should be aware of these infections, as early treatment can increase survival.

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Infections of the Facial Skin and Scalp

Cited by 2 publications

References 54 publications

A Review on Antifungal Efficiency of Plant Extracts Entrenched Polysaccharide-Based Nanohydrogels

A Review on Antifungal Efficiency of Plant Extracts Entrenched Polysaccharide-Based Nanohydrogels

Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Facial Skin in Pediatric Patient: Case Report

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