Curvularia lunata-Induced Onychomycosis in an Unlikely Host: A Case Report

This case report provides insight into the challenges of accurate diagnosis, emphasizing the need for routine fungal cultures. Additionally, it discusses the complexities of treatment options, considering factors such as drug interactions and patient-specific conditions, and highlighting the importance of tailored management plans. This case is reported because of the rarity of onychomycosis caused by <i>Curvularia</i> in immunocompetent individuals.

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Case Reports in Dermatology
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2025-02-05
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https://doi.org/10.1159/000543525
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Nail Diseases and Treatments
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Curvularia lunata-Induced Onychomycosis in an Unlikely Host: A Case Report

Grace Obeid, Marwa Hallal
Case Reports in Dermatology
Nail Diseases and Treatments
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Curvularia lunata-Induced Onychomycosis in an Unlikely Host: A Case Report

Grace Obeid, Marwa Hallal
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Abstract

This case report provides insight into the challenges of accurate diagnosis, emphasizing the need for routine fungal cultures. Additionally, it discusses the complexities of treatment options, considering factors such as drug interactions and patient-specific conditions, and highlighting the importance of tailored management plans. This case is reported because of the rarity of onychomycosis caused by <i>Curvularia</i> in immunocompetent individuals.

Case Reports in DermatologyVol. 17(1)
University of Balamand (LB), Lebanese American University (LB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 97%
Nail Diseases and Treatments
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