The warm tropical climate of the Philippines and its interaction with cultural practices, occupation and immune responsiveness contribute to the increased susceptibility of Filipinos to fungal infections. An investigation to determine the prevalence of fungal infections in dermatology training institutions over a 4-year period was conducted. The results showed that fungal infections rank as the...

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is a disease characterized by recurrent episodes of paralysis and hypokalemia during a thyrotoxic state. Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is a common complication of hyperthyroidism in Asian populations, but can affect other ethnic groups as well. Due to population mobility, Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is increasingly common in Western countries. Early diagnosis and...

The Gulf Journal of Dermatology and Venereology ABSTRACT Pityriasis versicolor (PV), a mycotic infection, is characterized by discrete or concrescent, scaly, discolored or hypopigmented areas. The clinical presentation, though very typical, may be confused with other skin disorders. This study was aimed to evaluate the reliability of cellophane tape as a method for diagnosis of PV versus the st...

INTRODUCTION This study was developed to evaluate the situation of leprosy in the general population of the municipality of Buriticupu, State of Maranhão, Brazil. METHODS We used the method of active search to identify new cases from 2008 to 2010. Bacilloscopy of intradermal scrapings was performed in all patients with skin lesions compatible with leprosy, and histopathological examination in...