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Summary
A 56-year-old female experienced a rare erysipeloid infection on her foot after applying raw fat. A single dose of sulfalene effectively treated the cutaneoarticular condition, leading to complete recovery within a week.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Erysipeloid infections, often caused by Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, typically present with skin and joint involvement.
- Cutaneoarticular manifestations are less common but can occur following inoculation through skin trauma.
Observation:
- A 56-year-old female patient presented with a cutaneoarticular form of erysipeloid.
- The condition developed on the third toe of her left foot subsequent to the application of raw fat at the injury site.
Findings:
- A single oral dose of 2.0 g of sulfalene was administered to the patient.
- The cutaneoarticular erysipeloid completely regressed within one week of treatment.
Implications:
- Sulfalene demonstrates efficacy in treating cutaneoarticular erysipeloid infections.
- This case highlights the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment of erysipeloid infections, even in atypical presentations.