Correspondence

Abstract

The Correspondence Section serves as a forum for opinion exchange about subjects of general interest such as dermatologic training, relations between dermatologists and pharmaceutical houses, governmental control of dermatology and medical practice in general, peculiarities of dermatology related to geographic, climatic, or racial factors, the flow of information and publications, as well as other concerns the readership might have. Contributions are welcome and should conform to the usual format for correspondence. Manuscripts will undergo standard editorial procedures. Submit all correspondence to PO Box 020010, Miami, FL 33102.

Pseudomembranous-like tinea of the scrotum infected by Microsporum gypseum in a young man

“…The clinical manifestations caused by M. gypseum may show a classical ringworm pattern, or an unusual clinical presentations, such as scutula-like,[ 4 6 ] vesicular or granulomatous,[ 9 ] or white paint dots, which can make it more difficult to make an accurate diagnosis. [ 2 3 5 ] Our patient manifested white paint dots and whitish pseudomembranes. These atypical features can be attributed to the deterioration of the immune system.…”

“…There are few cases reports of pseudomembranous-like tinea of the scrotum in the literature. [ 2 3 4 5 6 ] We describe a typical case of this condition resulting from M. gypseum .…”

<p>Updates on Genital Dermatophytosis</p>

“…57 Other reports of tinea genitalis due to N. gypsea from China, Japan, and Brazil have also been published. [58][59][60][61][62][63][64][65][66]…”