Mycology · NEET PG Preparation Microbiology
A 45-year-old uncontrolled diabetic patient presents with a blackish nasal discharge, facial pain, and left-sided ptosis. Biopsy from the nasal mucos…
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A 45-year-old uncontrolled diabetic patient presents with a blackish nasal discharge, facial pain, and left-sided ptosis. Biopsy from the nasal mucosa reveals broad, non-septate hyphae branching at right angles (90 degrees). Which of the following is the drug of choice for the management of this condition?
- A.Fluconazole
- B.Liposomal Amphotericin BCorrect answer
- C.Voriconazole
- D.Caspofungin
Solution
The clinical presentation and biopsy finding of broad, non-septate hyphae branching at right angles are characteristic of Mucormycosis (caused by fungi like Rhizopus species). Liposomal Amphotericin B is the primary drug of choice for treatment.
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