A severe transmissible Majocchi's granuloma in an immunocompetent returned traveler

Publication date: Available online 6 July 2017
Source:Medical Mycology Case Reports
Author(s): James G. Gallo, Marion Woods, Rikki M. Graham, Amy V. Jennison
Severe dermatophyte infection is rare in immunocompetent adults. Recently cases have been described in travelers returning from South East Asia [1]. These may be sexually transmitted and can have permanent sequelae. We describe the first reported case of Majocchi's granuloma (MG) in an Australian returned traveler and its subsequent transmission via sexual contact. Both patients were successfully treated with systemic antifungals. MG should be considered in patients with severe rash after travel to South East Asia.



http://ift.tt/2tUtXcc