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Bacterial pseudomycosis (botryomycosis) in an otherwise normal child
Southern Medical Journal
|March 1, 1984
Summary
This is the first reported case of botryomycosis in a healthy child. Bacterial pseudomycosis is a more accurate term for this condition.
Area of Science:
- Medical Microbiology
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Botryomycosis is a rare bacterial infection.
- It typically affects immunocompromised individuals.
Observation:
- A 22-month-old, otherwise healthy child presented with botryomycosis.
- This is the first reported case in modern literature.
Findings:
- The condition was effectively managed.
- The term 'bacterial pseudomycosis' is proposed as more descriptive.
Implications:
- This case expands the known demographic for botryomycosis.
- The proposed terminology may improve clinical understanding and diagnosis.