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Trichophyton tonsurans infection in a 12 day-old infant

A Ghorpade1, C Ramanan

  • 1Department of Dermatology & Venereology, JLN Hospital & Research Centre Bhilai Steel Plant, Bhilai - 490 006, India.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|October 19, 2010
PubMed

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A rare case of Trichophyton tonsurans infection in a 12-day-old infant is detailed. This early onset of superficial fungal infection highlights unusual pediatric dermatological conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pediatric Infectious Diseases
  • Mycology

Background:

  • Superficial fungal infections are uncommon in neonates and infants.
  • Trichophyton tonsurans is a common cause of dermatophytosis, typically seen in older children and adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report an unusual case of early-onset Trichophyton tonsurans infection.
  • To emphasize the diagnostic considerations for superficial fungal infections in infancy.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical presentation of a 12-day-old infant with suspected fungal infection.
  • Microscopic examination using Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) preparation.
  • Fungal culture for species identification.

Main Results:

  • Diagnosis of Trichophyton tonsurans infection confirmed.
  • The infection presented at an exceptionally young age (12 days).

Conclusions:

  • Early-onset superficial fungal infections, including Trichophyton tonsurans, can occur in neonates.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing pediatric dermatophytosis.

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