Disease: mycotic keratitis

Fusarium Corneal Abscess: A Case Report

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A 20-year-old healthy patient developed a serious fungal eye infection caused by Fusarium, a common soil fungus, despite having no typical risk factors like eye trauma or contact lens wear. The infection created an abscess (collection of pus) in the cornea and threatened the patient’s vision. Doctors used a combination of antifungal medications and eventually transplanted amniotic membrane tissue to prevent the cornea from rupturing, preserving the patient’s eyesight.

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Traumatic implantation keratitis caused by Schizophyllum commune in Central India

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This report describes two patients in India who developed serious fungal eye infections (keratitis) after corneal injuries. The infection was caused by Schizophyllum commune, a mushroom-like fungus found on decaying wood. Despite aggressive treatment with antifungal medications and surgery, both patients lost vision in their affected eyes. The case highlights how difficult it is to identify and treat this rare fungus.

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Two Cases of Curvularia geniculata Keratitis Successfully Treated with Natamycin-Based Therapy

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Two patients with eye infections caused by a rare fungal species called Curvularia geniculata were successfully treated with antifungal medication. The infections occurred after plant material entered their eyes during daily activities. Doctors identified the exact fungal species through genetic testing and used an antifungal drug called natamycin, alone or combined with another antifungal, to treat the infections. Both patients recovered fully with excellent vision restoration.

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Two Cases of Curvularia geniculata Keratitis Successfully Treated with Natamycin-Based Therapy

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Two patients developed rare fungal eye infections caused by Curvularia geniculata after eye injuries from plant material. The infections caused corneal ulcers with characteristic feathery infiltrates. Both patients were successfully treated using natamycin eyedrops, either alone or combined with voriconazole, and both recovered excellent vision. Accurate identification of the fungus using genetic testing confirmed the diagnosis and helped guide treatment decisions.

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Two new Periconia species (Pleosporales, Ascomycota) in China

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Scientists discovered two new fungal species in China belonging to the genus Periconia. These fungi were found in different habitats: one in freshwater streams on decaying wood and another on dead corn leaves. By examining their physical features and DNA sequences, researchers confirmed they are distinct species that differ from known Periconia species. This discovery adds to our understanding of fungal diversity in Chinese ecosystems.

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