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trichomycosis axillaris
Etiology:
- Corynebacterium tenuis
Epidemiology:
- may be associated with contact with stray cats
Pathology:
- superficial bacterial colonization of the hair shafts in areas on skin containing sweat glands (axilla, groin)
Clinical manifestations:
- yellow, orange, black or red granular nodules, coatings, concretions that stick to the hair shaft
- asymptomatic
Management:
- shave affected hair
- antiperspirant deodorant
General
hair disease
References
- Wikipedia: Trichomycosis axillaris
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trichomycosis_axillaris