This image displays a kerion with a large lesion with pus-filled bumps present. This image displays a large kerion with blood-tinged pus. Some children have an inflammatory reaction to fungus causing a kerion, an area of swelling and pus. This image displays a kerion, a pus-filled reaction to fungus. This child has two areas of scabs and pus-filled lesions, known as kerions, due to infection with fungus. This image displays numerous pus-filled lesions, scabs, and swelling, from a kerion (caused by scalp ringworm).
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Kerion  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Picture of Kerion: This image displays a kerion with a large lesion with pus-filled bumps present. Divider line
This image displays a kerion with a large lesion with pus-filled bumps present.
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Signs and Symptoms
A kerion appears as a thick, mushy area of the scalp. Its surface is often studded with pus-filled bumps (pustules). The kerion can break open and drain pus. If untreated, a kerion can lead to scarring and permanent hair loss (alopecia).

Fever and pain may accompany the kerion. In addition, the lymph nodes at the back of the scalp, behind the ears, or along the sides of the neck may be swollen.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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