A Rare Complication of a Common Infection: Kerion in Tinea Capitis
June 2023
in “
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
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The document discussed a case of Kerion, a rare inflammatory manifestation of tinea capitis, which is a common fungal infection in children aged 5 to 10. The patient was treated with oral itraconazole and topical ketoconazole, leading to partial and total remission of the lesion after 2 and 6 weeks, respectively. Kerion is characterized by an inflammatory plaque with pustules and can cause scarring and permanent alopecia if untreated. Early diagnosis and antifungal treatment resulted in a favorable outcome with hair regrowth and no predicted future consequences.
