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Bullous tinea pedis in two children
I Neri1, B M Piraccini, E Guareschi
1Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of the Study of Bologna, Bologna, Italy. iria.neri@tin.it
Mycoses
|December 17, 2004
Summary
Bullous tinea pedis, a fungal infection, is uncommon in children but can occur. Early diagnosis using potassium hydroxide tests and fungal cultures is crucial for effective treatment of inflammatory foot conditions in pediatric patients.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Mycology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Tinea pedis, a common fungal infection, primarily affects adults but can occur in children.
- Bullous tinea pedis is a less common, blistering form of this infection.
Observation:
- This report details two pediatric cases of bullous tinea pedis.
- One case involved a 6-year-old child infected with Trichophyton rubrum.
- The second case involved a 10-year-old child infected with T. interdigitale.
Findings:
- The study highlights rare occurrences of bullous tinea pedis in childhood.
- Identified causative agents were Trichophyton rubrum and T. interdigitale.
Implications:
- Pediatric inflammatory foot eruptions warrant investigation for fungal infections.
- Potassium hydroxide (KOH) testing and fungal cultures are recommended for diagnosing tinea pedis in children.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential for managing pediatric fungal infections.