2023
DOI: 10.18231/j.jdpo.2023.041
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Subcutaneous basidiobolomycosis: An unusual fungus in immuno-competent children, vindicating longer duration of anti-fungal treatment

Kiruthiga K.G,
Prachi Sharma,
Aparna Joshi
et al.

Abstract: Subcutaneous Basidiobolomycosis is a rare fungal infection caused by environmental saprophyte Basidiobolus ranarum. The disease is seen among immunocompetent individuals of age 18 months to 80 years, being more common in children. We report a case of Subcutaneous Basidiobolomycosis in a 10-year-old immunocompetent male child from Ahmednagar, Maharashtra who presented with complaints of right gluteal non tender, diffuse swelling, which was gradually progressive involving inner and back of thigh. The overlying s… Show more

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