Ecthyma
Symptoms
The main symptom of ecthyma is a small blister with a red border that may be filled with pus. After the blister goes away, a crusty ulcer appears.
Exams and Tests
Your doctor can usually diagnose this condition simply by looking at your skin. In rare cases, the fluid inside the blister may be sent to a lab for closer examination or a skin biopsy may be done.
References
Habif TP. Clinical Dermatology. 4th ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2004.
Mandell GL, Bennett JE, Dolin R. Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 6th ed. London: Churchill Livingstone; 2005.
Rakel RE. Textbook of Family Practice. 6th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders; 2002.
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