What's Lurking in the Water?

Explore the diagnosis of a persistent, painful Vesicular rash. Learn about an uncommon pathogen found in aquatic environments and its clinical presentation.

Transmission is associated with aerosolized contaminated soil exposure.

Which of the following is an incorrect statement related to painful vesicular toe rash of 3 months’ duration?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Infection is associated with immunosuppressant use.

Infection is typically localized to the site of inoculation.

Transmission occurs with contaminated water contact.

Infection may travel along the lymphatic system leading to lymphangitis.

Transmission is associated with aerosolized contaminated soil exposure.

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Atypical Mycobacteria, Fish Tank Granuloma, Mycobacterium marinum, Skin Infection, Transmission is associated with aerosolized contaminated soil exposure