Pediatric patient with sporotrichosis in an atypical location

Authors

  • Ana María Cano Valencia Valley University, Cali, Colombia
  • Valentina Burbano Constaín Valley University, Cali, Colombia
  • Christian Marulanda Valley University, Cali, Colombia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47196/h79wsf78

Keywords:

sporotrichosis, microbiology, dermoscopy, pediatrics, cryotherapy

Abstract

Cutaneous sporotrichosis is a fungal infection caused by the dimorphic fungal complex Sporothrix schenckii. It has traditionally been described in men with occupations related to gardening or agriculture; however, its incidence in children has been increasing, with the face and upper extremities being the most commonly affected sites. We present the clinical case of pediatric cutaneous sporotrichosis with an atypical location. We describe some dermoscopic findings and the use of cryotherapy associated with itraconazole with good clinical outcomes.

Author Biographies

  • Ana María Cano Valencia, Valley University, Cali, Colombia

    Dermatologist

  • Valentina Burbano Constaín, Valley University, Cali, Colombia

    Dermatologist

  • Christian Marulanda, Valley University, Cali, Colombia

    Dermatologist

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Published

2026-04-28

Issue

Vol. 32 No. 1 (2026): January-april

Section

Clinical Cases

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