Primary Blastomycosis of Oral Cavity (original) (raw)
2010, Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
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This case report details a rare instance of primary blastomycosis presenting as oral ulceration in a 52-year-old male patient without pulmonary symptoms. Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis through the identification of non-necrotizing granulomas and typical yeasts of Blastomyces dermatitidis. The report discusses differential diagnosis challenges, appropriate treatment options, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing oral manifestations of this disease.
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