Az utazást követően visszatérő furunculosis

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Authors: Marcell Dömötör, Judit Csősz, Iván Oroján
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Abstract

Dermatological conditions are a frequent occurrence during travel to tropical regions. The most common are skin and soft tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus species. Post-travel recurrent furunculosis is a newly defined (2015), transient clinical entity, whose distinct validity remains debated to this day. Two case studies are presented (involving an adolescent aged 12 and a young adult aged 34) who developed recurrent, painful, purulent nodular lesions in the axillary and dorsal regions following travel to Thailand. The patients received surgical drainage (incision and drainage), along with systemic and topical antibiotic therapy. Following treatment, the symptoms manifested in progressively milder forms, resolved intermittently, and ultimately achieved complete resolution within 3-6 weeks. Accurate knowledge of this condition is vital for selecting adequate therapy and providing credible information, which significantly improves therapeutic adherence during recurrent episodes, while also underscoring the importance of obtaining a detailed travel history. Orv Hetil. 2026; 167(9): 347-350.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dermatological diseases and infestations Travel-related health issues Antimicrobial Resistance in Staphylococcus

Publication details

Journal / source
Orvosi Hetilap
Volume
167
Issue
9
Pages
347–350
Publication date
1 March 2026
Language
HU