Erythrasma Flashcards
1
Q
Etiology
A
Corynebacterium minutissimum,
gram-positive (diphtheroid) bacillus
2
Q
thrives on humid? true or false?
A
Humid. true?
3
Q
Manifestation
A
Asymptomatic except for subtle discoloration. Patches, sharply marginated.
tan or pinkish ;post inflammatory hyperpigmenta- tion in more heavily pigmented individuals.
In web spaces of the feet may be macerated.
Distribution: Intertriginous skin, i.e.,toewebs ,inguinal folds,axillae, and other occluded sites.
4
Q
Woods lamp result
A
coral red fluoresence
5
Q
Treatment
A
Benzoyl peroxide wash
Sanitizing alcohol gel
clindamycin lotion
erythromycin lotion
