Candida dermatitis
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Background
- Most commonly seen in infants (diaper dermatitis) or intertriginous areas
Clinical Features[1]
- Pruritus and erythematous changes in high risk locations: inguinal folds, axilla, scrotum, intergluteal/inframammary/abdominal folds
Differential Diagnosis
- Tinea cruris
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Contact Dermatitis
Evaluation
- erythematous, macerated, intertriginous plaques with satellite pustules or papules
- KOH prep or culture of skin scrapings
Management[2]
- Topical nystatin, ketoconazole, or clotrimazole applied twice per day until resolution