The topic Cutaneous Scedosporium Infection you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Scedosporium Infection of Skin.

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• Scedosporium is a microscopic organism belonging to a class of fungus called ‘hyalohyphomycosis’. Scedosporium Infection of Skin is an emerging infection that occurs as an opportunistic infection, mostly in individuals with weakened immune systems
• The most common method of entry of Scedosporium fungus into the body is through open cuts or wounds. It can cause a skin infection anywhere in the body
• Scedosporium Infection of Skin manifests as painful nodules or plaques at any location on the body. The nodules may be filled with pus and can bleed and ulcerate, resulting in superimposed infections and scarring on healing of the skin ulcers
• Generally, healthy individuals respond to treatment better than individuals with immunocompromised state. The treatment of Scedosporium Infection of Skin may involve the use of antifungal topical creams and oral medications
• With correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment, Scedosporium Infection of Skin has a excellent prognosis. However, the prognosis of the infection also depends upon the health status of the individual (any underlying conditions) and infection severity

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