Abstract
Cryptococcosis of the larynx is rare. In this manuscript we present a case of laryngeal cryptococcosis with a clear history of pigeon exposure. Cryptococcal laryngitis may present as hoarseness without other typical symptoms, even in immunocompetent individuals.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Pages (from-to) | 1043-1046 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 6 |
Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Keywords
- Cryptococcosis
- Hoarseness
- Infection
- Larynx
- Pigeon
- Taiwan
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health