2016
DOI: 10.5222/buchd.2016.151
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Trichosporon asteroides: A novel ethiological agent of Kerion celsi in a child

Abstract: Kerion celsi is generally known as an inflammatory form of tinea capitis which is the result of delayed type hypersensitivity reaction of the body to fungal agents. It causes a painful, inflamed, crusty mass on the scalp and is often associated with purulent drainage and regional lymphadenopathy. Kerion celsi is often reported in children between three to seven years of age and it has a male predominance. This diagnosis should be kept in mind in patients with scalp scaling and alopecia, especially if they have… Show more

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“…Kerion celsi is a scalp abscess caused by filamentous fungi, characterized by a strong inflammatory response and hair loss [1]. The disease was quite common in Europe and the United States in the 20 th century and was considered a sign of poverty.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…Kerion celsi is a scalp abscess caused by filamentous fungi, characterized by a strong inflammatory response and hair loss [1]. The disease was quite common in Europe and the United States in the 20 th century and was considered a sign of poverty.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The incidence is higher in developing countries. The disease can occur at any age but is more common in children, rarely occurs in adults, and is highest in children 3-7 years old boys who are more commonly affected than girls [1]. Pathogenic fungi species exist in over the world.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%