Fungal Skin Disease (Tinea, Dermatophytosis): Medical History

The anamnesis (medical history) represents an important component in the diagnosis of tinea (dermatophytosis/dermatomycosis).

Family history

  • What is the general health of your relatives?

Social history

  • What is your profession?
  • Are you exposed to harmful working substances in your profession?

Current medical history/systemic medical history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • What symptoms have you noticed?
  • How long have these changes been present?
  • Are there any other areas of skin changes on your body?
  • Do these changes itch?
  • Have these skin manifestations changed in appearance/spread?
  • Have you noticed any other symptoms such as fatigue, fever, tiredness, etc.?
  • Do you have pets such as cats, dogs or guinea pigs?

Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis

Own anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis