Candidal Intertrigo: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management
1. Introduction to Candidal Intertrigo Candidal intertrigo is a common, distinct cutaneous infection resulting from the overgrowth of Candida species within the natural folds of the human skin. While simple intertrigo is initiated purely by mechanical friction and moisture, candidal intertrigo represents a specific secondary complication where yeast opportunistically colonizes the compromised epidermal barrier. This … Read more