New Infectious Fungus Strain TMVII Detected in New York

Health officials in New York are on high alert after detecting a new and highly infectious strain of fungus, Trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII (TMVII).

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The first-ever case in the United States involves a 30-year-old man who developed a rash on his penis, buttocks, and limbs.

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The infected man had recently traveled to England, Greece, and California, engaging in sexual activities with men during his travels.

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Dr. Avrom S. Caplan from NYU Grossman School of Medicine stresses the importance of healthcare providers being aware of TMVII

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While TMVII seems to respond to antifungal therapies like terbinafine, infections can take months to clear.

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TMVII-induced rashes can resemble eczema, potentially delaying proper treatment.

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Trichophyton indotineae, another resistant fungal strain, is also causing concerns, with standard treatments often proving ineffective.

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Researchers aim to expand studies on these fungal species to better understand their resistance and improve treatment strategies.

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New Infectious Fungus Strain TMVII Detected in New York

By: Nitin Singh

Health officials in New York are on high alert after detecting a new and highly infectious strain of fungus, Trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII (TMVII).

The first-ever case in the United States involves a 30-year-old man who developed a rash on his penis, buttocks, and limbs.

The infected man had recently traveled to England, Greece, and California, engaging in sexual activities with men during his travels.

Dr. Avrom S. Caplan from NYU Grossman School of Medicine stresses the importance of healthcare providers being aware of TMVII

Physician Awareness Needed:

While TMVII seems to respond to antifungal therapies like terbinafine, infections can take months to clear.

Standard Treatment Challenges

TMVII-induced rashes can resemble eczema, potentially delaying proper treatment.

Misleading Symptoms

Trichophyton indotineae, another resistant fungal strain, is also causing concerns, with standard treatments often proving ineffective.

Antifungal Resistance:

Researchers aim to expand studies on these fungal species to better understand their resistance and improve treatment strategies.

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