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Published on: May 18, 2016
Subcutaneous rhinosporidiosis
1Department of Dermatology and Venereology Medical College Hospital, Calicut - 673 008, India, .
Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|October 15, 2010
Summary
Rhinosporidiosis, a fungal infection, can manifest in the skin and subcutaneous tissues. This case highlights a fisherman with extensive cutaneous and subcutaneous swellings diagnosed via cytology and histopathology.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Rhinosporidiosis is a chronic granulomatous disease caused by the fungus Rhinosporidium seeberi.
- It commonly affects the nasal mucosa and ocular tissues, but cutaneous and subcutaneous presentations are less frequent.
- Previous nasal surgery can be a risk factor for dissemination.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of extensive cutaneous and subcutaneous rhinosporidiosis.
- To emphasize the importance of considering rhinosporidiosis in the differential diagnosis of polypoid swellings.
- To illustrate the diagnostic utility of aspiration cytology and histopathology.
Main Methods:
- Aspiration cytology of the swellings.
- Histopathological examination of biopsy specimens.
- Clinical presentation and patient history review.
Main Results:
- The patient presented with multiple polypoid cutaneous and globoid subcutaneous swellings.
- Cytology and histopathology confirmed the presence of Rhinosporidium seeberi.
- A history of nasal polyp excision was noted.
Conclusions:
- Cutaneous and subcutaneous rhinosporidiosis is an uncommon but possible manifestation of the infection.
- Diagnostic confirmation relies on cytological and histopathological evaluation.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing this condition.
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