Erythrasma

ERYTHRASMA (erythrasma), a disease from the group of dermatomycoses (see Dermatophytes, Dermatomycoses). The causative agent is Microsporon minutissimum, which nests in the form of thin chains in the superficial layers of the epidermis among loosened horny scales. The fungus does not spread below the horny layer of the epidermis. In erythrasma, brown or brownish-red spots appear on the contacting parts of the skin. These spots are not of an inflammatory nature, usually covered with thin delicate scales and have a tendency to merge with each other. Inflammatory phenomena of a secondary order are weakly expressed and are rarely observed. The main sites of localization of erythrasma are the inner surface of the thighs in the area of contact with the scrotum, the groin folds, the armpits, and under the mammary glands. The disease is considered almost non-contagious. Treatment - see Dermatophytes, Dermatomycoses.