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Trichomycosis Palmellina

definition

Superficial infection of axillary and pubic hairs that results in adherent yellow, black or red concretions surrounding the hair shaft. Gram-positive Corynebacteria are causative for this condition. The usually asymptomatic infection occurs in both temperate and tropical climates and is not limited by race or sex.

synonyms

Trichomycosis Palmellina, Trichobacteriosis Axillaris, Trichomycosis Axillaris

UMLS

Axillary trichomycosis due to Corynebacterium tenuis, Trichomycosis axillaris, Trichonocardiasis axillaris