We report the case of a three-year-old child who, following long term treatment with topical corticosteroids and their associations for a case of ringworm on the face developed a form of folliculitis known as Majocchi's Granuloma. Treatment with oral Griseofulvin was successful.

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  • - Treatment involves using systemic terbinafine along with topical antifungal medications for effective management.
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