Dermatophytes are the most common agents of superficial mycoses in humans and animals. The aim of the present investigation was to systematically identify the extracellular, possibly secreted, proteins that are putative virulence factors and antigenic molecules of dermatophytes. A complete gene expression profile of Arthroderma benhamiae was obtained during infection of its natural host (guinea...

The use of skin lightening products is a widespread practice in sub-Saharan Africa. We observed this practice during a cooperative project conducted in Senegal. In this letter we do not provide an in-depth study or a detailed analysis, rather we give an outline of this practice, illustrating it with anecdotal cases that required attention due to the adverse effects caused by the skin lightening...

Background Dermatophytoses are common but poorly understood skin infections. Most in vivo studies have been performed using the guinea pig as the experimental animal model, which has several limitations. Objectives To develop a mouse model of dermatophytosis suitable for multiple purposes, including the investigation of immunity against dermatophytes. Methods Two peculiar fungal species, Arthro...