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Sporotrichosis (Rose Gardener’s Disease)

What is it?

A fungus that grows from:

  • Moss, plants and tree bark
  • Infected cats

Countries affected are: 

South America:

  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Paraguay
  • It enters through the skin via a skin injury and causes a fungal infection.
  • Those who grow plants or who have a weak immune system are vulnerable to this infection.
  • A red lump with appear 1-3 months after exposure.
Do not wait, if one develops swollen lymph nodes, streaks on skin from injury site and feeling unwell, one may have lymphangitis, you will most likely need antibiotics. If antibiotics do not work, it may be fungal and/or viral. Please let the healthcare professional know what may have caused this.

Cause

  • Fungus: Sporothrix schenkii
  • Skin injury

Symptoms

  • Red lump at site of entry and small red lumps under the skin?
  • Lesions, wounds, ulcers on hand , wrists and arms?
  • Swollen lymph glands (lumps on side of neck, armpits, and groin) and/or reoccurring mouth ulcers?
  • Dry cough longer than three weeks and/or breathing difficulties?
  • Aching, painful muscles, muscle cramps/spasms/stiffness?
  • Joint pain and stiffness?

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

Do not wait, phone for an ambulance if have or develop:

Do not wait, if one develops swollen lymph nodes, streaks on skin from injury site and feeling unwell, one may have lymphangitis, you will most likely need antibiotics. If antibiotics do not work, it may be fungal and/or viral. Please let the healthcare professional know what may have caused this.

This condition may show similar symptoms to:

Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice

Detailed Information

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