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Pseudomonas folliculitis

P A Hogan1

  • 1Department of Dermatology, New Children's Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia.

The Australasian Journal of Dermatology
|May 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary
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Pseudomonas folliculitis in children can be acquired from household sources like bathtubs, not just pools. Contaminated bath toys and plugs were identified as the cause in a pediatric case.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Pseudomonas folliculitis outbreaks are commonly linked to recreational water facilities like pools and hot tubs.
  • Prompt identification of the causative agent and source is crucial for effective treatment and prevention.

Observation:

  • A case study involving a 4-year-old female child diagnosed with Pseudomonas folliculitis.
  • The infection was traced back to the family's bathtub, deviating from typical reported sources.

Findings:

  • The specific sources of Pseudomonas aeruginosa contamination in the bathtub were identified as bath toys and the bath plug.
  • This highlights non-recreational water sources as potential reservoirs for the bacteria.

Implications:

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  • Clinicians should consider household water sources, including bathtubs and associated items, when diagnosing Pseudomonas folliculitis in children.
  • Public health awareness regarding the cleaning and disinfection of bath toys and plugs is recommended to prevent pediatric infections.