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  1. Erythrasma - DermNet

    Erythrasma presents as well-defined pink or brown patches with fine scaling and superficial fissures. Mild itching may be present. The common sites for erythrasma are armpits, groin and between the …

  2. Erythrasma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - WebMD

    Sep 17, 2023 · Erythrasma is a skin condition caused by a bacteria infection. Learn more about what causes it, symptoms of erythrasma, and more.

  3. Erythrasma - UpToDate

    May 7, 2025 · Erythrasma is caused by C. minutissimum, a component of the normal skin flora. C. minutissimum is a gram-positive, non-spore-forming, aerobic or facultative bacillus [8]. Under …

  4. Erythrasma: What It Looks Like and How to Get Rid of It

    Oct 16, 2025 · Erythrasma is a skin infection caused by Corynebacterium minutissimum. It usually occurs in the skin folds, starting out pink and turning brown.

  5. Erythrasma - Wikipedia

    Erythrasma is a superficial skin infection that causes brown, scaly skin patches. It is caused by Corynebacterium minutissimum bacteria, a normal part of skin flora (the microorganisms that are …

  6. Erythrasma: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    Erythrasma is a long-term skin infection caused by a specific bacteria. It commonly occurs in skin folds.

  7. Erythrasma - Skin Disorders - Merck Manual Consumer Version

    Erythrasma affects mostly adults, especially those with diabetes and those living in hot and humid climates. Erythrasma is most common in the foot, where it causes scaling, cracking, and breakdown …

  8. Erythrasma: Types, Causes, and Treatments - Healthgrades

    Aug 23, 2022 · Erythrasma is a skin infection that occurs between folds in the skin. You might notice a well-defined rash in the area with or without other symptoms, such as itching or burning.

  9. Erythrasma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Effective Treatment Options

    Learn about erythrasma, a bacterial skin infection causing reddish-brown patches. Discover its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options, including home remedies and antibiotics.

  10. Erythrasma - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

    Aug 7, 2023 · Erythrasma is a common skin disorder caused by bacteria. It was first described in 1859 by Burchardt, who thought the etiology was fungal. In 1862, Burchardt's teacher, Von Barensprung …