Erosio interdigitalis blastomycetica explained

Specialty:dermatology

Erosio interdigitalis blastomycetica (EIB) is a skin condition caused by a Candida albicans infection, characterised by an oval-shaped area of macerated white skin on the web between and extending on to the sides of the fingers.[1]

Signs and symptoms

It is common among bartenders and homemakers. EIB can be found on both the hands and feet.[2] It is most common between the middle and ring finger and sometimes found between toes.[3]

Cause

It is believed that EIB is caused by working with water often.[2] It is not known exactly how long the infection will last since it varies often between people who have gotten infected.[4] The most common symptoms are pruritus and discomfort while on rare occasions some do experience pain.[5]

Treatment

Keep the site dry using soft cotton. Avoid immersion in liquids or other trigger factors. Topical econazole is useful.[6]

History

EIB was first discovered by two scientists,"Henry Gougerot" and "Goncea" in 1915. It was later named by another scientist "Johannes Fabry" in 1917.[5]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Book: James, William D. . Berger, Timothy G. . Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology . Saunders Elsevier . 2006 . 0-7216-2921-0 . etal.
  2. Schlager . Emma . Ashack . Kurt . Khachemoune . Amor . Erosio interdigitalis blastomycetica: A review of interdigital candidiasis. . Dermatology Online Journal . 15 August 2018 . 24 . 8 . 10.5070/D3248041124 . 30677843 . free .
  3. A. . Chiriac . P. . Pinteala Foia . P. . Brzezinskki . Erosio blastomycetica interdigitale sign of Candidiasis and diabetes! . Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science . 2014 . 13 . 105–106 . 10.3329/bjms.v13i1.16623. free .
  4. News: Koetter . George F. . California and Western Medicine . . BMJ Publishing Group LTD.
  5. Schlager . Emma . Ashack . Kurt . Khachemoune . Amor . Erosio interdigitalis blastomycetica: A review of interdigital candidiasis . Dermatology Online Journal . 2018 . 24 . 8 . 10.5070/D3248041124 . 30677843 . free .
  6. Schlager . Emma . Ashack . Kurt . Khachemoune . Amor . 2018-08-15 . Erosio interdigitalis blastomycetica: A review of interdigital candidiasis . Dermatology Online Journal . 24 . 8 . 13030/qt8tm443f6 . 1087-2108 . 30677843.

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