Presentation
Staphylococcal bullous impetigo does not jeopardize the general health of the individual, and fever is only present when there are multiple lesions. [scielo.br]
Entire Body System
- Asymptomatic
Lesions are usually asymptomatic and may sometimes show mild itching or burning. [scielo.br]
- Anemia
The main risk factor for furunculosis is a positive family history, but cases of anemia, previous anti-biotic therapy, diabetes mellitus, previous hospitalization, multiple injuries, personal hygiene and associated skin diseases need to be considered. [scielo.br]
- Lymphedema
Long-term therapy for lymphedema is essential to prevent recurrence of erysipelas and aggravation of lymphatic disorder. 17 The therapeutic management of erysipelas consists in the introduction of antibiotics together with general measures, such as rest [scielo.br]
- Malnutrition
Factors such as low socio-economic status, malnutrition and immunodeficiency considerably influence its evolution. [scielo.br]
Cardiovascular
- Thrombosis
Although relatively new, it shows great promise in treating a variety of gram-positive organisms, including MRSA. 14 Taking into account the low risk of deep vein thrombosis (4.9%), the systematic use of prophylactic anticoagulation drugs is not indicated [scielo.br]
Skin
- Skin Disease
Infectious diseases of the skin. In: McKee PH. Pathology of the Skin with Clinical Correlations. 3rd ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier; 2005. p.872-75. [ Links ] 13. Bernard P. Management of common bacterial infections oh the skin. [scielo.br]
- Acneiform Eruption
eruption on the beard area. [scielo.br]
Workup
Microbiology
- Staphylococcus Aureus
The main bacteria involved in the etiology of pyodermitis are Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. [scielo.br]
Treatment
Treatment of folliculitis with monochromatic excimer light (308 nm). [scielo.br]
Etiology
The main bacteria involved in the etiology of pyodermitis are Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. [scielo.br]
Prevention
Currently, prevention and early intervention are the mainstays of therapy. 26 Nuchal keloid folliculitis is characterized by deep folliculitis with scarring or perifoliculitis, which occurs in the posterior, inferior occipital and nuchal region of the [scielo.br]