Brandt syndrome presents with a triad of periorificial dermatitis, alopecia, and diarrhea in weaning infants, more so on soy milk as high phytate concentrations inhibit zinc absorption. Here is the child who had acute gastro enteritis and started on formula feeds developed periorificial dermatitis. Diagnosed as Brandt syndrome and rapidly improved with zinc supplementation.

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Geetha M

Department: Pediatrics & Neonatology, East Point College of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (EPCMSRC), Bangalore, India – 560049