Publication Date

2020

Journal Title

Cureus

Abstract

Morphea or localized scleroderma is reported to be triggered through diverse stimuli. We present a case of morphea that presented as a non-healing wound with superimposed methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) infection. In our case, morphea was thought to have been potentially triggered by a post-surgical infection. We discuss the potential infectious triggers and common infections that may confound the diagnosis.

Volume Number

12

Issue Number

5

Document Type

Article

Status

Faculty, Northwell Resident

Facility

School of Medicine; Northwell Health

Primary Department

Infectious Disease

Additional Departments

Dermatology; Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

PMID

32542124

DOI

10.7759/cureus.8067


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