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Paracoccidioidomycosis of the mouth: an emerging deep mycosis

Oslei Paes Almeida1, Jorge Jacks, Crispian Scully

  • 1Department of Oral Pathology, Dental School of Piracicaba-UNICAMP, Av. Limeira 901, CEP 13.414.903-CP 52, Piracicaba, SP, Brazil. oslei@fop.unicamp.br

Critical Reviews in Oral Biology and Medicine : an Official Publication of the American Association of Oral Biologists
|October 8, 2003
PubMed

Insights

Oral fungal infections, like Paracoccidioidomycosis, are increasingly recognized due to HIV/AIDS and global travel. This review focuses on oral manifestations relevant to dental science.

Area of Science:

  • Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Oral Medicine

Context:

  • Oral fungal infections (mycoses) have gained prominence with the rise of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).
  • Increased global travel has led to greater exposure to tropical endemic infections.
  • Paracoccidioidomycosis, though rare globally, is endemic in Brazil and parts of Latin America, presenting significant health risks.

Purpose:

  • To review recent information on Paracoccidioidomycosis.
  • To emphasize aspects of Paracoccidioidomycosis particularly relevant to dental science.

Summary:

  • Paracoccidioidomycosis is a potentially life-threatening fungal infection common in specific Latin American regions.
  • It frequently manifests with oral lesions, making it a critical concern within oral medicine.
  • The review synthesizes current knowledge, highlighting implications for dental practitioners.

Impact:

  • Enhances understanding of a rare but severe oral mycosis.
  • Provides dental professionals with crucial information for diagnosing and managing Paracoccidioidomycosis.
  • Contributes to improved patient care for those affected by this infection.

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