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Rhinosporidiosis: cutaneous manifestation

Andrelou Fralete Ayres Vallarelli1, Silvânia Pinheiro Rosa, Elemir Macedo de Souza

  • 1University of Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil. andrelou@uol.com.br

Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia
|October 12, 2011
PubMed

Insights

Rhinosporidiosis, a mucocutaneous infection caused by Rhinosporidium seeberi, typically affects the eyes and nose. This case highlights an unusual isolated skin lesion in a child, emphasizing rare presentations of this disease.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Mycology

Background:

  • Rhinosporidiosis is a chronic granulomatous disease caused by the aquatic fungus-like organism Rhinosporidium seeberi.
  • It predominantly affects the nasal mucosa and ocular tissues, presenting as friable, erythematous polyps.
  • While mucocutaneous involvement is common, isolated skin lesions are infrequent, suggesting diverse routes of dissemination.

Observation:

  • A clinical case of an eight-year-old boy with Rhinosporidiosis is presented.
  • The patient exhibited an isolated, singular lesion.
  • The lesion was specifically located in the medial epicanthus of the right eye.

Findings:

  • The case demonstrates an atypical, isolated presentation of Rhinosporidiosis.
  • The ocular lesion in the medial epicanthus represents a rare manifestation of the disease.
  • This finding underscores the potential for varied clinical expressions of Rhinosporidiosis beyond typical mucosal sites.

Implications:

  • This case expands the understanding of Rhinosporidiosis clinical spectrum.
  • Early recognition of unusual presentations is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.
  • Further research into the pathogenesis of isolated cutaneous Rhinosporidiosis may be warranted.

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