A Case of Localized Scalp Psoriasis Triggered by Microsporum canis Infected Tinea Capitis and Review of Published Literatures
Journal Title: Clinical Pediatric Dermatology - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
We report a case in which patient was initially ill with tinea capitis infected by Microsporum canis later triggered the local scalp psoriasis. Tinea infections always confused with psoriasis, a review of published studies revealed 14 cases of fungal confused with psoriasis.
Authors and Affiliations
Wenying Hu, Yuping Ran, Jebina Lama, Xin Ran
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- DOI 10.21767/2472-0143.100024
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