Tinea manuum, a superficial dermatophyte infection affecting one or both hands, manifests across the palms, dorsum, or interdigital folds; dermatophytes usually cause it, although rare cases caused by Hendersonula toruloidea and Scytalidium hyalinum have been reported.[1] Frequently, tinea manuum coexists with tinea pedis; occasionally, localized forms may affect the hands exclusively. The global prevalence of tinea manuum underscores the need for a comprehensive evaluation by healthcare providers. Accurate diagnosis relies on meticulous history-taking and thorough physical examination, sometimes necessitating supplementary laboratory assessments. Misdiagnosis can lead to prolonged discomfort for patients, emphasizing the significance of prompt identification and treatment initiation to alleviate morbidity and restore manual dexterity.This activity reviews predisposing factors, diagnostic intricacies, and optimal management strategies of tinea manuum. The course underscores the pivotal role of primary care practitioners in treating most instances of tinea manuum while emphasizing the necessity for referral to dermatologists in cases of diagnostic uncertainty or inadequate therapeutic response. Interprofessional collaboration is pivotal for achieving optimal patient outcomes, particularly in cases of recurrent or refractory conditions, where a collaborative approach can enhance diagnostic precision and therapeutic efficacy.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/525
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
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- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Dermatopathology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases