First Subungual Cryptococcosis Described in an HIV Patient with Disseminated Cryptococcosis

Discussion: It is the first reported case of nail involvement in the course of cutaneous cryptococcosis. Definitive diagnosis required pathology and culture. Cryptococcal infection of the nail unit was recalcitrant to systemic therapy while the remaining infection cleared. Our case report suggests that surgical excision associated with systemic therapy is the best treatment approach for subungual cryptococcosis. Recognition of rare manifestations of cutaneous cryptococcosis, such as ours, is essential because HIV cases increase continuously.Skin Appendage Disord
Source: Skin Appendage Disorders - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research