Tinea faciei
Tinea faciei is a fungal infection of the skin of the face. It generally appears as a photosensitive painless red rash with small bumps and a raised edge appearing to grow outwards, usually over eyebrows or one side of the face.
Tinea faciei can be due to an anthropophilic fungus such as Trichophyton rubrum. Infection often comes from the feet or nails originally.
Zoophilic fungi such as Microsporum canis is acquired from cats and dogs, and T verrucosum, from farm cattle, are also common.
The site of infection may feel wet or have some crusting, and overlying hairs may fall out easily. There may be a mild itch.
Causes & Risk Factors
- Direct contact with infected humans, animals, or soil.
- Compromised immunity, excessive sweating, or misuse of corticosteroids.
Diagnosis
Source:Clinical examination: Distinctive rash morphology.KOH microscopy: Reveals hyphae in skin scrapings.Wood’s lamp: Limited utility.Fungal culture/PCR: For resistant or atypical cases.Treatment
Most infections can be treated with topical antifungal medication. Rarely, more extensive or long-standing infections may require treatment with oral antifungals. The infection will still be contagious between 24 and 48 hours of the first treatment.The ringworm should go away within 4–6 weeks after using effective treatment.