infection

Sporotrichosis

Sporotrichosis, also known as rose handler's disease, is a that may be localised to skin, lungs, bone and joint, or become . It presents with firm painless that later ulcerate. Following initial exposure to Sporothrix schenckii, the disease typically progresses over a period of a week to several months. Serious may develop in people who have a weakened system.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Firm painless that later ulcerate.

Causes — why it happens

·Sporothrix schenckii

How it's found

·Serology
·: Skin, sputum, CSF, joint aspirate

Treatment

·Antifungals,

Outlook

·Good with treatment, poor if widespread disease

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