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Blastomyces dermatitidis is the causal agent of blastomycosis, a potentially very serious disease that typically begins with a characteristically subtle pneumonia-like infection that may progress, after 1–6 months, to a disseminated phase that causes lesions to form in capillary beds throughout the body, most notably the skin, internal organs, central nervous system and bone marrow.
Blastomycosis is not considered contagious, either among humans or between animals and humans. [9] However, there are a very small number of cases of human-to-human transmission of B. dermatitidis related to dermal contact [ 69 ] or sexual transmission of disseminated blastomycosis of the genital tract among spouses.
Blastomyces is a genus of fungi in the order Onygenales. Species are known human pathogens and show thermal dimorphism, converting from hyphal states under saprobic conditions to yeast-like states under pathogenic conditions. They are the causative agents of blastomycosis, a systemic mycosis in immunocompromised patients. [1] [2]
NBC Select staff walk you through their skin care routines step-by-step and share their favorite products from brands like CeraVe, Glow Recipe, La-Roche Posay and more. 5 skin care routines our ...
Blastomycosis, a fungal infection that usually occurs in the upper Midwest and Southeast, is being detected in Vermont at higher rates than expected, a new study finds. A rare fungal infection is ...
Oily skin: Gel and foam cleansers are recommended as they’re great at dissolving excess oil that can clog pores and cause breakouts. Look for ingredients like salicylic and lactic acids .
[3] [6] They are everywhere and infection occurs after spores are either breathed in, come into contact with skin or enter the body through the skin such as via a cut, wound or injection. [3] Candida albicans is the most common cause of fungal infection in people, particularly as oral or vaginal thrush, often following taking antibiotics.
A systematic review examined the benefits and clinical efficacy of routine skin care activities, such as washing, bathing, and applying lotions, in acute and long-term care adult settings. The study led to a proposed 2-step program targeting adults with intact or preclinically damaged skin. [13]