Scrape from the skin on mushrooms
A skin scraping for fungi is a laboratory test that allows you to detect presence of a fungal infection on the skin, nails or scalp. The study is performed to diagnose various types of fungal infections, such as dermatomycoses, onychomycoses and candidiasis.
The analysis is a quick and accurate method for detecting pathogenic fungi, which allows the doctor to prescribe effective treatment. The procedure is painless and does not require special training, making it accessible to all patients.
Fungal infections most often affect:
- Skin – redness, itching, peeling, or rash may occur.
- Nails – discoloration, thickening, brittleness, and delamination of the nail plate are observed.
- Hairy parts of the body – hair loss, scaly areas, and itching are possible.
- Mucous membranes – fungal lesions can occur in the oral cavity or in intimate areas, causing discomfort and inflammation.
- Feet and interdigital spaces – often manifest as dryness, cracks, peeling, and an unpleasant odor.
To prescribe effective treatment , a dermatologist needs to determine the type of fungal pathogen. To do this, a scraping of biomaterial for fungi is performed, which helps to identify the causative agent of the infection and select the optimal therapy.
This analysis can be prescribed by the following doctors:
- Dermatologist – specializes in diseases of the skin, nails, and hair, including fungal infections.
- A therapist is a general practitioner who may suspect a fungal infection and refer you to a specialist.
- Infectious disease specialist – deals with the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases, including fungal infections.
- Pediatrician – determines the presence of fungal diseases in children and refers for additional tests.
The analysis is used to diagnose fungal diseases and select the optimal treatment , which helps to quickly eliminate symptoms and prevent the spread of infection.
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What are the indications for the analysis?
- Peeling, itching, and/or redness of the skin are possible signs of a fungal infection that require diagnosis.
- Suspicion of mycotic diseases – if there are symptoms indicating fungal lesions of the skin, nails, or hair.
- Determining the type of fungus is necessary to prescribe effective and targeted treatment.
- Monitoring the therapy performed - the analysis allows you to assess the effectiveness of the treatment and ensure the complete elimination of the infection.
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How to prepare for the analysis?
There is no special preparation for scraping. For a week, you should refrain from using:
- Decorative cosmetics
- Ointments that may affect the results of the study
The day before the analysis, it is not recommended to do the following:
- Thorough cleaning
- Scrubbing the affected skin areas
What you need to know about analysis
| The cost of a skin scraping for fungus | 160 UAH |
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