What is the initial presentation symptom of Sporotrichosis, or Rose Picker's Disease, at the site of the rose thorn prick?

Answer

A small, painless nodule

Sporotrichosis, which is often called Rose Picker's Disease due to its association with rose thorns, typically begins subtly after the fungal spores from the Sporothrix genus enter the skin. The very first sign noted at the point where the rose thorn penetrated is often characterized as a small nodule. Importantly, this initial lesion is usually described as painless, which can lead to delayed recognition of the injury. While the infection can progress to show red, firm nodules tracking along lymphatic channels later, the initial manifestation at the primary site of inoculation is the small, painless bump.

What is the initial presentation symptom of Sporotrichosis, or Rose Picker's Disease, at the site of the rose thorn prick?
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