Tinea manuum

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Tinea manuum is a fungal infection of the hand, mostly a type of dermatophytosis, often part of two feet-one hand syndrome. There is diffuse scaling on the palms or back of usually one hand and the palmar creases appear more prominent. When both hands are affected, the rash looks different on each hand, with palmar creases appearing whitish if the infection has been present for a long time. It can be itchy and look slightly raised. Nails may also be affected. The most common cause is Trichophyton rubrum. The infection can result from touching another area of the body with a fungal infection such as athlete's foot or fungal infection of the groin, contact with an infected person or animal, or contact with soil or contaminated towels. Risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure, weak immune system, humid surroundings, excessive sweating, recurrent hand trauma and cracks in the feet. Pet owners and farmworkers are also at higher risk. Machine operators, mechanics, gas and electricity...

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