Elisabeth Gomez-Moyano, Fatima Moreno-Suarez, Leandro Martinez-Pilar
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Abstract
Purpose: Kerion of the pubis is a deep dermatophyte infection with systemic symptoms, rarely affecting the genital area. We present three new cases of kerion of the pubis secondary to Microsporum canis infection.
Methods and results: Direct examination with potassium hydroxide solution showed hyaline septate hyphae and chains of arthroconidia around the hair shaft. Microsporum canis was isolated in culture in all of the cases, with yellow to orange colonies on Sabouraud agar. Identification by mass spectrometry was made using MALDI-TOF. Patients were treated with griseofulvin.
Conclusion: Clinicians should have a high index of clinical suspicion for deep fungal infection when patients present with suppurative infections or folliculitis-like lesions on the mons pubis area.
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Infection is a journal dedicated to serving as a global forum for the presentation and discussion of clinically relevant information on infectious diseases. Its primary goal is to engage readers and contributors from various regions around the world in the exchange of knowledge about the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases, both in outpatient and inpatient settings.
The journal covers a wide range of topics, including:
Etiology: The study of the causes of infectious diseases.
Pathogenesis: The process by which an infectious agent causes disease.
Diagnosis: The methods and techniques used to identify infectious diseases.
Treatment: The medical interventions and strategies employed to treat infectious diseases.
Public Health: Issues of local, regional, or international significance related to infectious diseases, including prevention, control, and management strategies.
Hospital Epidemiology: The study of the spread of infectious diseases within healthcare settings and the measures to prevent nosocomial infections.
In addition to these, Infection also includes a specialized "Images" section, which focuses on high-quality visual content, such as images, photographs, and microscopic slides, accompanied by brief abstracts. This section is designed to highlight the clinical and diagnostic value of visual aids in the field of infectious diseases, as many conditions present with characteristic clinical signs that can be diagnosed through inspection, and imaging and microscopy are crucial for accurate diagnosis. The journal's comprehensive approach ensures that it remains a valuable resource for healthcare professionals and researchers in the field of infectious diseases.
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