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Generally, diseases outlined within the ICD-10 codes B35-B49 within Chapter I: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases should be included in this category. Mycosis-related cutaneous conditions are caused by fungi or yeasts , and may present as either a superficial or deep infection of the skin.
Onychomycosis, also known as tinea unguium, [4] is a fungal infection of the nail. [2] Symptoms may include white or yellow nail discoloration, thickening of the nail, and separation of the nail from the nail bed. [2] Fingernails may be affected, but it is more common for toenails. [3] Complications may include cellulitis of the lower leg. [3]
Dermatophytosis, also known as tinea and ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin [2] (a dermatomycosis), that may affect skin, hair, and nails. [1] Typically it results in a red, itchy, scaly, circular rash. [1]
Onychomycosis, also known as tinea unguium, is a contagious infection of the nail caused by the same fungal organisms which cause ringworm of the skin (Trichophyton rubrum or T. mentagrophytes, rarely other trichophyton species or Epidermophyton floccosum [1]).
The most frequent form is dermatophytosis (ringworm, tinea). Another example is cutaneous candidiasis . These fungal infections impair superficial layers of the skin, hair and nails.
ICD-10CM codes: Mycoses B35-B49 [4] Micrograph showing a mycosis (aspergillosis). The Aspergillus (which is spaghetti-like) is seen in the center and surrounded by inflammatory cells and necrotic debris. H&E stain. Specialty: Infectious Diseases [5] Types: Systemic, superficial, subcutaneous [3] Causes: Pathogenic fungus: dermatophytes, yeasts ...
[15] [16] While only a small number of skin diseases account for most visits to the physician, thousands of skin conditions have been described. [14] Classification of these conditions often presents many nosological challenges, since underlying etiologies and pathogenetics are often not known.
Tinea corporis (also known as "ringworm", [2] tinea circinata, [11] and tinea glabrosa [2]) is a superficial fungal infection (dermatophytosis) of the arms and legs, especially on glabrous skin; however, it may occur on any part of the body, it present as annular, marginated plaque with thin scale and clear center.