Dr. Jessica Pelletier and Dr. Mulungi Jonathan discuss the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, management, and prevention of chromoblastomycosis.

Take-Home Points:

• CBM is a NTD that disproportionately impacts males who work outdoors in tropical climates.
• Infection occurs via direct innoculation, and the disease progression is slow.
• Early intervention is critical for preventing morbidity, and usually involves surgical removal of the lesions when they are small.
• Larger lesions generally require a combination of prolonged antifungals and cryotherapy.
• Prevention of serious disease involves keeping covered when working outdoors in warm climates, maintaining good hygiene, and early presentation to care.

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