Blastomycosis-like Pyoderma

Blastomycosis-like pyoderma is chronic verrucous/crusted plaque (staph/strep) mimicking blastomycosis, usually on face/extremities, in immunocompromised. Treatment: prolonged anti-staph/strep antibiotics; wound care; biopsy/fungal/bacterial culture to rule out blastomycosis/sporotrichosis/actinomycosis; dapsone/retinoids if chronic; follow-up.

Common Symptoms

Verrucous crusted plaque; face/extremities; immunocompromised

Causes and Pathogenesis

Staph/strep chronic infection forms verrucous pyoderma.

Treatment

Prolonged antibiotics; wound care; biopsy to rule out fungi

Preventive Measures

Treat skin wounds; manage immunosuppression.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Dermatology/Infectious-disease department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.