Cutaneous cryptococcosis

J Assoc Physicians India. 2004 Mar:52:242-3.

Abstract

We report a case of an apparently immunocompetent male, who presented with a painless nodule over the upper abdominal wall. He gave a history of exposure to pigeon droppings. Cryptococcus neoformans was isolated from the lesion and no underlying disorder could be detected. He improved on treatment with oral Fluoconazole.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Animals
  • Cryptococcosis / diagnosis*
  • Cryptococcosis / physiopathology
  • Cryptococcus neoformans / isolation & purification*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Skin Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Skin Diseases / microbiology