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Pityriasis versicolor in a newborn
A Di Silverio1, C Zeccara, F Serra
1Department of Dermatology, University of Pavia, IRCCS Policlinico S. Matteo, Italy.
Mycoses
|May 1, 1995
Insights
Pityriasis versicolor, a fungal infection, is uncommon in infants. This case study details a 2-month-old experiencing this superficial mycosis, highlighting infant cases and contributing factors.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Mycology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Pityriasis versicolor is a superficial fungal infection caused by Malassezia yeast.
- It typically affects adolescents and adults, rarely occurring in infants.
- Understanding pediatric cases is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
Observation:
- A 2-month-old infant presented with asymptomatic hyper- and hypopigmented macules.
- Lesions were distributed on the cervical region, scalp, face, and chest.
- The infant was otherwise in good health.
Findings:
- The case confirms pityriasis versicolor can occur in early infancy.
- Analysis of recorded infant cases identified potential predisposing factors.
- Early-onset pityriasis versicolor may indicate specific host or environmental influences.
Implications:
- This case expands the known age range for pityriasis versicolor.
- Identifying predisposing factors in infants can guide preventative strategies.
- Further research into pediatric superficial mycoses is warranted.
Abstract:
Pityriasis versicolor is a superficial mycosis that rarely afflicts children. We present a case in a 2-month-old male baby in good health, with hyper- and hypopigmented macules located in the cervical region and on the scalp, face and chest. Moreover, we report our record of cases in infancy and the predisposing factors.