Research Keyword: opportunistic fungal pathogens

Candida tropicalis Fungal Keratitis: A Case Report and Literature Review

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A 66-year-old patient with a long history of corneal problems developed a serious eye infection caused by a fungus called Candida tropicalis. Doctors identified the infection through laboratory tests and treated it successfully with antifungal medications. This is the first documented case of this particular fungal infection in Morocco and highlights the importance of testing for fungal infections in patients with existing eye problems.

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Invasive Fusarium rhinosinusitis in COVID-19 patients: report of three cases with successful management

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This study reports three cases of rare fungal sinus infections caused by Fusarium species that developed in COVID-19 patients. All three patients were successfully treated with a combination of surgical removal of infected tissue and antifungal medications. The cases highlight how COVID-19 and the use of steroids to treat it can increase the risk of serious fungal infections, emphasizing the importance of early detection and prompt treatment.

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