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Fungal infections – 12 cases

Fungal infections may be given different names depending on site, causative organism or clinical presentation.

For each of the twelve cases, study the image(s) and then answer the questions. You can click on the image to view a larger version if required.

Each case should take approximately 2 minutes to complete. There is a list of suggested further reading material at the end of the quiz.

Case 5

Chronic paronychia

Candida albicans

Although acute paronychia is bacterial (Staphylococcus aureus) or viral (Herpes simplex), chronic paronychia is often associated with Candida albicans. The nail fold is inflamed and lifted away from the nail plate; the nail plate may become ridged and yellow, green or black in colour.

Although acute paronychia is bacterial (Staphylococcus aureus) or viral (Herpes simplex), chronic paronychia is often associated with Candida albicans. The nail fold is inflamed and lifted away from the nail plate; the nail plate may become ridged and yellow, green or black in colour.

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