Erythrasma

ERYTHRASMA

Etiology:

• Corynebacterium minutissimun
• Diabetics
• Warm climates

Physical Examinations:

• Enlarging area of pink or brown macular patches on flexor surfaces (axilla, groin)
• Typically asymptomatic

Diagnosis:

• Wood's light : fluoresce coral pink or red
• KOH prep is negative

Treatments:
Topical or oral erythromycin