Acute middle ear Aspergillus niger infection in a patient with StevensJohnson syndrome: a case report

Journal Title: Journal of Acute Disease - Year 2019, Vol 8, Issue 4

Abstract

Rationale: Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a disorder mostly attributed to drug use, which can cause different skin problems. Patient concerns: A 31-year-old woman presented with severe pain and pounding in the left ear. Diagnosis: Fluconazole-induced Stevens-Johnson syndrome with fungal infection in ear. Intervention: Surgical and systemic antibiotic therapy. Outcomes: The patient recovered and resumed her normal life. Lessons: The prescription of fluconazole for patients with underlying conditions should be done with caution

Authors and Affiliations

Keyvan Kiakojuri, Mojtaba Taghizadeh Armaki, Ramazan Rajabnia, Abazar Pournajaf, Mohsen Karami, Saeid Mahdavi Omran

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  • EP ID EP619943
  • DOI 10.4103/2221-6189.263711
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Keyvan Kiakojuri, Mojtaba Taghizadeh Armaki, Ramazan Rajabnia, Abazar Pournajaf, Mohsen Karami, Saeid Mahdavi Omran (2019). Acute middle ear Aspergillus niger infection in a patient with StevensJohnson syndrome: a case report. Journal of Acute Disease, 8(4), 170-172. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-619943