Zhou Ya Bin, Chao Jin Jing, Ma Lin, Xiao Yuan Yuan
Department of Dermatology, National Key Discipline of Pediatrics, Key Laboratory of Major Diseases in Children, Ministry of Education, National Center for Children's Health, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.
Front Pediatr. 2024 Jun 19;12:1361225. doi: 10.3389/fped.2024.1361225. eCollection 2024.
Pityriasis versicolor, a common skin fungal infection, is typically observed on trunk and limb skin. Here, we highlight an unusual presentation: scalp involvement, often overlooked due to its asymptomatic, mildly scaly patches. We report four pediatric cases, emphasizing the potential underestimation of this scalp variant. This case series underscores the importance of considering this diagnosis in patients with unexplained scalp hypopigmentation, especially in males with short hair who may readily notice these subtle changes. The report contributes to the understanding of this variant's clinical presentation and emphasizes the need for awareness among clinicians to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
花斑糠疹是一种常见的皮肤真菌感染,通常出现在躯干和四肢皮肤。在此,我们强调一种不寻常的表现:头皮受累,因其无症状、轻度鳞屑性斑块常被忽视。我们报告了4例儿科病例,强调了这种头皮型花斑糠疹可能被低估的情况。该病例系列强调了在不明原因头皮色素减退患者中考虑这一诊断的重要性,尤其是在短发男性中,他们可能更容易注意到这些细微变化。本报告有助于了解这种类型的临床表现,并强调临床医生需要提高认识,以确保准确诊断和适当治疗。