Microbiology
Fungus, a zoophilic dermatophyte.
There are 21 species of Arthroderma.
Epidemiologic Risks
Guinea pigs. Also from dogs, who get the fungus from rodents.
Syndromes
Arthroderma benhamiae: Tinea corporis, tinea faciei or tinea capitis and inflammatory cutaneous masses aka kerion celsi (PubMed).
A smattering of case reports with other species.
Treatment
Notes
Last update: 01/01/20