Sweat gland function in dermatophytosis

In 54 cases of dermatophytosis, sweat gland disturbances and their possible mechanisms were studied. The basic perspiratory malfunction was intense hypohidrosis, with some hyperhidrotic phenomena being observed at particular points of the exanthem (margin and disc) in a few cases. It is worth noting...

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Published in:Archives of Dermatological Research 1982-01, Vol.273 (1-2), p.1-7
Main Authors: Hatzis, J, Varelzidis, A, Tosca, A, Stratigos, J, Capetanakis, J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Dermatomycoses - complications
Dermatomycoses - pathology
Dermatomycoses - physiopathology
Female
Humans
Hypohidrosis - etiology
Male
Skin - pathology
Sweat Glands - physiopathology
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Summary:In 54 cases of dermatophytosis, sweat gland disturbances and their possible mechanisms were studied. The basic perspiratory malfunction was intense hypohidrosis, with some hyperhidrotic phenomena being observed at particular points of the exanthem (margin and disc) in a few cases. It is worth noting that in 51.85% of the cases, hypohidrotic phenomena were also observed in areas of normal skin adjacent to the lesions. One of the most important forms of perspiratory disturbances was the closure of sweat ducts at the keratin level. The inflammatory process in the dermis may also affect gland function. Finally, there is a discussion of the significance of perspiratory disturbances in relation to special aspects of the disease.
ISSN:0340-3696
1432-069X
DOI:10.1007/BF00509021