Perianal streptococcal dermatitis: two familial cases

Paradisi, M.; Cianchini, G.; Angelo, C.; Conti, G.; Puddu, P.

Cutis 54(5): 341-342

1994


ISSN/ISBN: 0011-4162
PMID: 7835063
Document Number: 438302
Two familial cases of perianal streptococcal dermatitis in a 3-year-old girl and her 5-1/2-year-old brother are reported. The clinical features of well-demarcated perianal erythema variably associated with itching, painful defecation with subsequent constipation, rectal bleeding, and proctitis are reviewed, together with suggestions for the best therapy.

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