Localized whirlpool folliculitis in a football player

Pseudomonas aeruginosa folliculitis occurs in patients exposed to contamina ted water. Most outbreaks are associated with whirlpools. The infection is characterized by follicular, erythematous papules and pustules located on i mmersed body surfaces. Most reported cases are the result of recreational w ater use, occur in a diffuse pattern, and are devoid of green pustular pigm ent changes. The case described occurred in a football player after whirlpo ol treatment for an ankle strain. Green pustules and a localized affected a rea are unusual aspects of this case.