Kerion of the pubis and vulva with bacterial superinfection: a rare occurrence. Issue 8 (28th August 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Saadia, Adi; Reckhow, Jensen; Rozenblat, Mati; Last, Omer
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 12:Issue 8(2019)
• Publication Date: 2019-08-28
• Subjects: dermatology -- global health -- healthcare improvement and patient safety -- vulvovaginal disorders; Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2019-230320
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : Kerion is a severe hypersensitivity reaction to fungal infection that is rarely seen in the groin. Frequent shaving of pubic hair and religious conservatism surrounding genital hygiene are common among Bedouin women in the Negev Desert, and may predispose to kerion. This case highlights the clinical course of a 20-year-old Bedouin woman who presented with severe kerion celsi of the pubis and vulva with secondary bacterial infection. The patient was successfully treated with intravenous antibiotics, oral antifungal medication and wet topical dressings. The case outlines the risk factors and treatment for severe kerion celsi of the groin, as well as possible preventive measures that may reduce its incidence.