Blistering distal dactylitis in an adult
Parras, F.; Ezpeleta, C.; Romero, J.; Sendagorta, E.; Buzón, L.
Cutis 41(2): 127-128
1988
ISSN/ISBN: 0011-4162 PMID: 3278866 Document Number: 315353
Streptococci are responsible for a diverse spectrum of cutaneous infections like erysipelas, impetigo, and cellulitis. Blistering distal dactylitis is an infrequent, superficial infection of the anterior fat pad of the distal portion of the finger described classically in children. We report a case of blistering distal dactylitis in an adult caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococci that was cured with oral phenoxymethyl penicillin. Familiarity with blistering distal dactylitis should permit the dermatologist and internist to diagnose this new entity in adults.