Sporotrichosis risk factors

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Alison Leibowitz [2]

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The most potent risk factor in the development of sporotrichosis is handling thorny plants, sphagnum moss, bales of hay, or any plant or plant product that may cause skin trauma. Other risk factors include a weakened immune system, a history of alcoholism, and handling of infected animals.