Noma neonatorum is a severe infection affecting very young or newborn children in impoverished environments. A gangrenous infection spreads across the oral, nasal and/or anal areas, and is frequently fatal. The pattern of lesions is similar to those found in noma,T.B. Parikh; R.N. Nanavati; R.H. Udani. Noma Neonatorum Indian Journal of Pediatrics, Volume 73—May, 2006 however unlike noma it is caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

See also Green nail syndrome List of cutaneous conditions

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