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Sporotrichosis

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Sporotrichosis (SPOR-o-trick-O-sis) is a type of skin infection. It usually strikes people who work around plants and soil. With treatment, the infection is usually cured within 1 to 2 months. Full recovery may take 6 to 7 months.

Causes

Sporotrichosis is caused by a fungus that lives in soil, weeds, and rotting garden material. It will not spread from person to person.

Signs/Symptoms

The infection starts as a small, movable bump under the skin of the finger. The bump grows slowly and may change to a pink color. An open sore may form. In a few days or weeks, a darker bump may show up on your arm.

Care

Medicine may be needed to treat this infection. You may need hospitalization for more tests and treatment.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

  • If your doctor prescribes medication, use it exactly as directed.
  • Protect the sore with a loose-fitting bandage.
  • To speed healing, place a warm, wet cloth or warm heating pad (set on low) on the sore for 20 to 30 minutes 2 to 4 times a day.
  • To avoid another infection, wear gloves, a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and shoes when working with plants and soil,

Call Your Doctor If...

  • You develop any new symptoms during treatment, including cough, unexplained weight loss, joint pain, or swelling.
  • You develop a high temperature.
  • You have pain, swelling, pus, or red streaks in the affected area.
  • The sore is not better within 2 weeks after treatment begins.
  • You have problems that may be related to the medicine you are taking.
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