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Rhinosporidiosis Microscopy

Rhinosporidiosis Microscopy-various Rhinosporidiosis Microscopy – A Detailed Overview 1. Introduction to Rhinosporidiosis Rhinosporidiosis is a chronic granulomatous infection caused by the aquatic protist Rhinosporidium seeberi. It primarily affects the mucous membranes of the nasal cavity, nasopharynx, conjunctiva, and other parts of the upper respiratory tract. In rare cases, it can involve the skin, genitourinary tract,…

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Cutaneous Rhinosporidiosis

Cutaneous Rhinosporidiosis-various aspects- Introduction Rhinosporidiosis is a chronic granulomatous disease caused by Rhinosporidium seeberi, an aquatic protist that predominantly affects the mucous membranes, especially the nasal and ocular mucosa. While nasal rhinosporidiosis is the most common presentation, cutaneous rhinosporidiosis is a rare but increasingly recognized form. This skin involvement can occur either independently or in…

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Ocular Rhinosporidiosis

Ocular Rhinosporidiosis-various aspects- Introduction The eukaryotic unicellular pathogen Rhinosporidium seeberi, a unique organism of the animal-fungal boundary, causes rhinosporidiosis, a persistent, benign, granulomatous infection of the mucosal lining. It has an impact on people of all ages, from youngsters to adults. The nasal mucosa is the most frequent location of infection, followed by the eyes…