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An Unusual Presentation of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in a Patient with Substance Use: A Diagnostic and Management Case
Hossein Pazoki1, Eissa Soleymani2,3, Shirafkan Kordi4
1Department of Medical Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, Infectious Diseases Research Center Gonabad University of Medical Science Gonabad Iran.
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Abstract:
In patients with atypical ulcers and travel history to endemic areas, a comprehensive diagnostic workup for cutaneous leishmaniasis is imperative. This case confirms Leishmania tropica through combined microscopy, culture, and PCR, leading to successful treatment with systemic glucantime and adjunctive wound care.
