In this critical literature review, we summarize the epidemiological trends of
dermatophytoses reported in Africa. Our findings clearly emphasize the heavy burden of …

Fungal infections of the skin and nails are common global problems with attendant morbidity
among affected individuals. Children are mostly affected due to predisposing factors such as …

Materials and Methods: Forty-nine dermatophyte strains isolated from clinical samples were
cultured on general and specific culture media. Keratinase and proteinase activity was …

Problems and Prospects of Administration of Nigerian Prison: Need for Proper Rehabilitation
of the Inmates in Nigeria Prisons Page 1 Research Article Open Access Onyekachi, J Tourism …

OBJECTIVE: Dermatomycoses are considered as an important group of fungal diseases
with worldwide distribution. This study was performed to analyze the spectrum of …

Dermatophytosis caused by dermatophytic fungi is highly contagious and represents
significant public health problem in Nigeria and the world at large. The infection among rice …

Background Prisoners have heightened health needs, and only recently has the importance
of skin diseases in this group been recognized. The aim of this study was to estimate the …

Rice grain is one of the world′ s most important food crops, and its cultivation is a major
occupation in Anambra State, Nigeria. These rice farmers are exposed to various agents that …

Prevalence of dermatomycoses varies from one centre to another due to many factors.
Knowledge of local prevalence is useful to aid clinical diagnosis and treatment. Due to lack …

Aims: To determine the type of superficial fungi infections of the skin affecting different ages
and gender at a dermatology clinic in a developing country. Study Design: A descriptive …