Research Keyword: immunosuppressive therapy

Deep Fungal Infection of the Skin with Two Rare Fungi in a Dog Being Treated with Immunosuppressant Therapy: A Case Report

A dog being treated for brain inflammation with immune-suppressing drugs developed a serious skin infection caused by two unusual fungi not previously reported together in veterinary medicine. The infection proved difficult to diagnose, requiring tissue samples and specialized laboratory testing to identify the fungi and determine which antifungal drugs would work best. Despite treatment with antifungal medications and reducing the immunosuppressive drugs, the infection did not improve and the dog’s underlying condition worsened, ultimately requiring euthanasia. This case shows the serious risks of fungal infections in animals on long-term immunosuppressive therapy and highlights the need for careful monitoring and early detection.

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Pulmonary Aspergilloma in a Non-adherent Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patient Receiving Long-Term Immunosuppression: A Report of a Rare Case

A patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a chronic autoimmune disease treated with long-term immune-suppressing medications, developed a serious fungal lung infection called pulmonary aspergilloma. Despite the complexity of managing multiple conditions and extensive bilateral lung involvement, the patient was successfully treated with prolonged voriconazole antifungal therapy rather than surgery, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and tailored treatment in immunocompromised patients.

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