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Nasal Rhinosporidiosis: A Case Report And Outcome Of Therapy With Fluconazole
Abstract
Background: Rhinosporidiosis is a rare disease in Nigeria. Its is widely believed to be caused by a fungus but this is disputed by many. Recent proof suggests that Rhinosporidiosis is caused by a cyanobacterium
Study design: This is a clinical case report.
Results: A 27-year old Nigerian male presented with an endonasal mass that mimicked neoplastic tumour. This mass showed significant good clinical response to therapy with oral fluconazole — an antifungal agent.
Conclusion: This supports the likelihood of Rhinosporidiosis being of fungal aetiology or that cynobacterium is sensitive to fluconazole.
Key Words: Rhinosporidiosis, fungus, cyanobacterium, fluconazole, Nigeria.
Nig. J. Otorhinolaryngology Vol.1(1) 2004: 22-24
Study design: This is a clinical case report.
Results: A 27-year old Nigerian male presented with an endonasal mass that mimicked neoplastic tumour. This mass showed significant good clinical response to therapy with oral fluconazole — an antifungal agent.
Conclusion: This supports the likelihood of Rhinosporidiosis being of fungal aetiology or that cynobacterium is sensitive to fluconazole.
Key Words: Rhinosporidiosis, fungus, cyanobacterium, fluconazole, Nigeria.
Nig. J. Otorhinolaryngology Vol.1(1) 2004: 22-24
