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Geotrichosis due to Saprochaete capitata

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Link to WHO Definition

Geotrichosis due to Saprochaete capitata – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/2138309154

A disease caused by an infection with the fungi Saprochaete capitata. This disease may present with symptoms depending on the site affected (respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, or skin). Transmission is by opportunistic infection by Geotrichum. Confirmation is by identification of Geotrichum from lesions.