Dermatophyte infections are difficult to diagnose clinically as they can resemble other skin disorders. Without proper diagnosis and treatment, dermatophyte infections can lead to permanent damage of the hair, skin, and nails. Molecular diagnostic testing of fungal infections allows for the accurate detection of dermatophytes that might be difficult to grow in culture, or in cases where a dermatophyte infection has already been treated, and allows for species-specific identification.
Meet Lisa Ann, a patient who was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune skin blistering disease after many misdiagnoses. She shares her story from the first symptoms and frustrations, testing and multiple doctor visits, and how she lives and manages this condition today. Check out this Patient Journey to hear from Lisa Ann and learn what diagnostic tests are available for these rare skin diseases.