Korean J Dermatol.  1996 Jun;34(3):495-499.

A Case of Primary cutaneous Alternariosis with latrogenic Cushing syndrome

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  • 1Department of Dermatology, Asan Medical Center, College of Medicine, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.

Abstract

Alternaria species are common plant pathogens, but rare causes of human infection. We present a case of primary cutaneous alternariosis with iatrogenic Cushing syndrome. A 59-year-old woman presented with a spreading erythematous ulcerative patch containing chocolate-colored pus draining sinuses. Histopathology and culture of lesional skin were consistent with alternariosis. The cutaneous lesion cleared following treatment with itraconazole, 200mg daily, for 7 months without significant side effect and there was no evidence of relapse for 4 months.

Keyword

Primary cutaneous aternariosis; Latrogenic Cushing syndrome; Itraconazole

MeSH Terms

Alternaria
Alternariosis*
Cushing Syndrome*
Female
Humans
Itraconazole
Middle Aged
Plants
Recurrence
Skin
Suppuration
Ulcer
Itraconazole
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