Ecthyma gangrenosum in a previously healthy patient

Indian Dermatol Online J. 2015 Sep-Oct;6(5):336-8. doi: 10.4103/2229-5178.164479.

Abstract

Ecthyma gangrenosum is a rare skin infection caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is usually seen in immunocompromised and critically ill patients. We report one such case in a previously healthy 20-year old male. Ecthyma gangrenosum can occur in healthy patients without bacteremia.

Keywords: Ecthyma; Pseudomonas aeruginosa; ecthyma gangrenosum.

Publication types

  • Case Reports