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Belén Rivera Gómez-Barris1, Ronar López2, Leslye Camila Del Río3
1Clínica Veterinaria Oftaderm, Av. Francisco Bilbao 7341, La Reina, 7850003, Región Metropolitana, Chile.
Abstract:
Candida parapsilosis, commonly present on the skin and mucous membranes, has been described as an opportunistic pathogen increasingly associated with infections. We present the first documented case of severe otitis media caused by this yeast species in a French Bulldog with a history of atopic dermatitis and seborrhea. The diagnosis was confirmed by culture and molecular methods. Susceptibility testing showed resistance only to fluconazole; however, antifungal therapy could not be initiated, as the patient died in an emergency room. This case highlights the potential of C. parapsilosis to cause serious ear infections and underscores the importance of early identification.
Insights
Severe otitis media in a French Bulldog was caused by Candida parapsilosis, a yeast opportunistic pathogen. Early identification is crucial for managing this serious ear infection in dogs.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Mycology
- Canine Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Candida parapsilosis is an opportunistic yeast pathogen
- Increasingly associated with human and animal infections
- Can colonize skin and mucous membranes
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