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	~~'''Fonsecaea compacta''' is a species of [[fungus]] belonging to the family [[Herpotrichiellaceae]]. It is one~~ of the ~~causative agents of [[chromoblastomycosis]], a chronic~~ fungal ~~infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.~~		{{Short description\|A detailed overview of the fungal species Fonsecaea compacta}}

	== ~~Taxonomy~~ ==		==Overview==
			[[File:Fonsecaea_compacta.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Fonsecaea compacta under a microscope]]
			'''Fonsecaea compacta''' is a [[fungus]] belonging to the [[Ascomycota]] division, known for its role in causing [[chromoblastomycosis]], a chronic [[cutaneous]] and [[subcutaneous]] [[mycosis]]. This species is characterized by its slow growth and compact, darkly pigmented colonies.

	~~The genus ''[[~~Fonsecaea~~]]'' was first described by [[Johannes Müller Argoviensis\|J~~. ~~Müller]]~~ in ~~1884. The species ''Fonsecaea compacta'' was later~~ described ~~by [[Carlos da Fonseca]] in 1928~~. The ~~genus is named in honor of~~ [[~~Adolpho Lutz~~]], a ~~Brazilian physician and pioneer in tropical medicine~~.		==Morphology==
			Fonsecaea compacta exhibits a distinctive morphology when cultured in a laboratory setting. Colonies are typically dark brown to black, with a velvety to woolly texture. Microscopically, the fungus produces conidia in short chains or in clusters, which are often described as "compact" due to their dense arrangement. The conidia are [[dematiaceous]], meaning they are pigmented, which is a common feature among fungi causing chromoblastomycosis.

	== ~~Description~~ ==		==Pathogenicity==
			Fonsecaea compacta is one of several species that can cause chromoblastomycosis, a disease characterized by verrucous skin lesions. The infection is typically acquired through traumatic implantation of the fungus into the skin, often in rural or tropical environments. The disease progresses slowly and can lead to significant disfigurement if not treated appropriately.

	''Fonsecaea compacta~~'' is a dematiaceous (darkly pigmented) fungus. It produces slow-growing colonies that are initially moist and become dry and powdery with age. The color~~ of the ~~colonies ranges from olive-brown to black. Microscopically~~, ~~it is characterized~~ by the presence of ~~[[hyphae]]~~, ~~[[conidia]]~~, ~~and [[sclerotia]]~~.		==Diagnosis==
			Diagnosis of Fonsecaea compacta infection involves clinical examination of the lesions, followed by laboratory confirmation. Direct microscopy of skin scrapings can reveal the presence of characteristic sclerotic bodies, also known as "copper pennies." Culture of the organism on appropriate media can confirm the diagnosis, with Fonsecaea compacta showing its typical morphological features.

	== ~~Pathogenicity~~ ==		==Treatment==
			Treatment of infections caused by Fonsecaea compacta can be challenging due to the chronic nature of the disease. Antifungal therapy, often with agents such as [[itraconazole]] or [[terbinafine]], is the mainstay of treatment. In some cases, surgical excision of lesions may be necessary. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to prevent complications.

	~~''Fonsecaea compacta'' is one of~~ the ~~causative agents~~ of ~~chromoblastomycosis, a chronic~~ fungal ~~infection that primarily affects the skin~~ and ~~subcutaneous tissue. The disease is characterized by~~ the ~~formation~~ of ~~nodular lesions that~~ can ~~develop into large warty growths. It is most commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in rural areas where individuals are in frequent contact with soil and plant material~~.		==Prevention==
			Preventive measures for chromoblastomycosis include wearing protective clothing to avoid skin trauma, especially in endemic areas. Public health education on the risks of fungal infections and the importance of early treatment can also help reduce the incidence of the disease.

	== ~~Treatment~~ ==		==Related pages==
			* [[Chromoblastomycosis]]
			* [[Ascomycota]]
			* [[Mycosis]]
			* [[Itraconazole]]

	Treatment of infections caused by ''Fonsecaea compacta'' typically involves a combination of antifungal therapy and surgical intervention. [[Itraconazole]] and [[terbinafine]] are the most commonly used antifungal agents. In severe cases, surgical excision of the affected tissue may be necessary.		[[Category:Ascomycota]]

	~~== See also ==~~

	* [[Fonsecaea pedrosoi]]
	* [[Fonsecaea nubica]]
	* [[Phialophora verrucosa]]
	* [[Cladophialophora carrionii]]

	~~{{Fungus-stub}}~~

	[[Category:~~Fungi~~]]
	[[Category:Pathogenic fungi]]		[[Category:Pathogenic fungi]]
	[[Category:~~Medicine~~]]		[[Category:Fungal diseases]]

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'''Fonsecaea compacta''' is a species of [[fungus]] belonging to the family [[Herpotrichiellaceae]]. It is one of the causative agents of [[chromoblastomycosis]], a chronic fungal infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

== Taxonomy ==

The genus ''[[Fonsecaea]]'' was first described by [[Johannes Müller Argoviensis|J. Müller]] in 1884. The species ''Fonsecaea compacta'' was later described by [[Carlos da Fonseca]] in 1928. The genus is named in honor of [[Adolpho Lutz]], a Brazilian physician and pioneer in tropical medicine.

== Description ==

''Fonsecaea compacta'' is a dematiaceous (darkly pigmented) fungus. It produces slow-growing colonies that are initially moist and become dry and powdery with age. The color of the colonies ranges from olive-brown to black. Microscopically, it is characterized by the presence of [[hyphae]], [[conidia]], and [[sclerotia]].

== Pathogenicity ==

''Fonsecaea compacta'' is one of the causative agents of chromoblastomycosis, a chronic fungal infection that primarily affects the skin and subcutaneous tissue. The disease is characterized by the formation of nodular lesions that can develop into large warty growths. It is most commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in rural areas where individuals are in frequent contact with soil and plant material.

== Treatment ==

Treatment of infections caused by ''Fonsecaea compacta'' typically involves a combination of antifungal therapy and surgical intervention. [[Itraconazole]] and [[terbinafine]] are the most commonly used antifungal agents. In severe cases, surgical excision of the affected tissue may be necessary.

== See also ==

* [[Fonsecaea pedrosoi]]
* [[Fonsecaea nubica]]
* [[Phialophora verrucosa]]
* [[Cladophialophora carrionii]]

{{Fungus-stub}}

[[Category:Fungi]]
[[Category:Pathogenic fungi]]
[[Category:Medicine]]

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