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  • Title: Sycosiform tinea barbae caused by Trichophyton rubrum.
    Author: Xavier MH, Torturella DM, Rehfeldt FV, Alvariño CR, Gaspar NN, Rochael MC, Cunha Fde S.
    Journal: Dermatol Online J; 2008 Nov 15; 14(11):10. PubMed ID: 19094848.
    Abstract:
    Tinea barbae is an uncommon superficial dermatophyte infection of the beard and moustache areas. It was more frequently observed in the past, before single-use razors became available. In most cases, the zoophilic ectothrix Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Trichophyton verrucosum are responsible for this type of infection. Its clinical presentation is variable; it can mimic many other skin disorders such as sycosis, iododerma, contact dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, and actinomycosis. We report a case of tinea barbae caused by an uncommon agent Trichophyton rubrum, misdiagnosed as sycosis, and review the approach and management of the disease.
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