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Candida dermatitis
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Background
- Local fungal infection caused by the Candida genus
- Most commonly seen in infants (diaper dermatitis) or intertriginous areas
Clinical Features[1]
- Pruritus and erythematous changes in high risk locations: inguinal folds, axilla, scrotum, intergluteal/inframammary/abdominal folds
Differential Diagnosis
- Tinea cruris
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Contact Dermatitis
Evaluation
- erythematous, macerated, intertriginous plaques with satellite pustules or papules
- KOH prep or culture of skin scrapings
Management[2]
- Topical nystatin, ketoconazole, or clotrimazole applied twice per day until resolution
Disposition
- Outpatient
See Also
External Links
References
- ↑ Kauffmann CA. Overview of Candida Infections. UptoDate. 2016.
- ↑ Pappas PG, Kauffman CA, Andes DR, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Candidiasis: 2016 Update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America. Clin Infect Dis 2016; 62:e1.
