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Pitted keratolysis Flashcards

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Etiology

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Kytococcus sedentarius.

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Manifestation

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Punched out pits in stratum corneum, 1 to 8 mm in diameter. Symmetrical/ asymmetrical. May be confluent.

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Distribution

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Distribution:Pressure-bearing areas, ventral aspect of toe, ball of foot, heel; interface of toes

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Dx

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KOH to rule out tinea pedis

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Tx

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Usually controlled with benzoyl peroxide wash or sanitizing alcohol gel. topical antibiotics, such as erythromycin and clindamycin, and aluminum chloride solution can also be helpful.

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