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Abstract:
Chromomycosis, a relatively uncommon infection caused by a variety of dematiaceous fungi, eg, Phialophora verrucosa, Fonsecaea pedrosoi, Fonsecaea compacta, Cladosporium carrionii, Rhinocladiella aquaspersa, and Cladophialophora ajelloi, reflects a spectrum of disease ranging from an usually localized cutaneous form to rare visceral involvement. The cutaneous form has been reported to involve almost any site on the body surface. However, the lesions are usually confined to the extremities, face, or buttocks; other parts of the body are rarely affected. We report a case of chromomycosis that involved the auricle.
Insights
This study details a rare case of chromomycosis, a fungal infection, affecting the auricle. It highlights the unusual presentation of this uncommon cutaneous disease.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Dermatology
Background:
- Chromomycosis is an uncommon fungal infection caused by dematiaceous fungi.
- It typically presents as a localized cutaneous disease, rarely involving visceral organs.
Observation:
- The cutaneous form commonly affects extremities, face, or buttocks.
- This report documents an unusual case of chromomycosis involving the auricle (ear).
Findings:
- The case demonstrates chromomycosis presenting on a rarely affected body site.
- This expands the known spectrum of clinical presentations for chromomycosis.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering chromomycosis in differential diagnoses for auricular lesions.
- Suggests the need for increased awareness of atypical presentations of chromomycosis in clinical practice.