Therapeutic Challenges in Case of Trichophyton indotineae Dermatophytosis, Singapore, 2025

Emerging infectious diseases 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tiara Joy Foo, Matthew Chung Yi Koh, Ka Lip Chew, Lester Juay, Sean Jiawei Wu
DOI: 10.3201/eid3206.251606
Cited by: 1
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Abstract

Trichophyton indotineae is an emerging dermatophyte frequently associated with terbinafine resistance. We report a case of recalcitrant T. indotineae infection in Singapore with limited response despite prolonged azole therapy, which only resolved after combination therapy with anidulafungin and itraconazole. This case highlights therapeutic challenges and need for improved diagnostics in T. indotineae infections.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nail Diseases and Treatments Dermatological diseases and infestations Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects

Publication details

Journal / source
Emerging infectious diseases
Publisher
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Volume
32
Issue
6
Pages
981–984
Publication date
1 May 2026
Language
EN