Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
The first autochthonous human case of sporotrichosis by Sporothrix brasiliensis in Paraguay.
- Journal:
- Journal de mycologie medicale
- Year:
- 2025
- Authors:
- Silvero, Mirtha Gabriela Santacruz et al.
- Affiliation:
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Species:
- cat
Abstract
Sporotrichosis by Sporothrix brasiliensis is increasingly reported in South America. Here, we present the first autochthonous human case in Paraguay, transmitted by a local infected cat. After 63 days of clinical signs onset, the patient was correctly diagnosed and antifungal treatment started, highlighting the need to increase awareness for this emerging disease.
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