Tricophytosis Barbae

This variety is confined to adult males, and appears on the bearded portions of the face and neck. At its first appearance we usually find a small, red, and very slightly raised spot. In a few days this develops into a distinct ring, with elevated margin, gradually increasing in size, and new spots and rings appearing. Accompanying these lesions we may have pustules, tubercles, and sometimes considerable infiltration of the integument - in fact, something not unlike the kerion of children. If shaving be practiced, the irritation is increased. The hairs sometimes break and sometimes fall out, and, if examined microscopically, will be found infiltrated with the fungus.