*1Ukam, I. I., 1Ukeye, A. A., 1Akpanke, J., and 2Abia-Bassey, L.
1Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Calabar, PMB 1115, Calabar, Nigeria
2Department of Bacteriology, Virology and Mycology, Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science, University of Calabar, PMB 1115, Calabar, Nigeria
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Abstract:
Background: Infections of the skin, nails and hair cause by dermatophytes species are common in both developing and developed countries, posing serious health challenge especially, among children of primary school age. This study is aimed at determining the prevalence and distribution of dermatophyte species among infected school children in Biase, Cross River State, Nigeria. Continue reading “Prevalence of dermatophytoses among school children in a rural setting in Biase Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria”