Ulcerated Lesion of the Tongue as Manifestation of Systemic Coccidioidomycosis

Case Rep Med. 2017:2017:1489501. doi: 10.1155/2017/1489501. Epub 2017 Mar 13.

Abstract

Systemic mycoses and their oral manifestations are very rare. We present a case of a 60-year-old man with an ulcerated lesion on the lateral border of the tongue. Histologic studies revealed a granulomatous fungal infection by Coccidioides immitis. After pharmacological treatment, the lesion resolved. Recently, northern Mexico has been reported to be an endemic zone of C. immitis infections; therefore it should be considered in the differential diagnosis of mouth lesions. A comprehensive clinical history, physical exploration, and complementary studies are essential for an accurate diagnosis.

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