Publications by authors named "C Quitter"
Article Synopsis
- - Chronic granulomatous invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (CGIFRS) is a rare disease affecting immunocompetent individuals, primarily caused by fungi from the Aspergillus species.
- - It can be confused with sinonasal cancers due to its aggressive nature; the article discusses a specific case of CGIFRS in an immunocompetent male that extended into the brain.
- - The patient was successfully treated with antifungals following surgical intervention, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis and management, as this is the first reported case of CGIFRS with intracranial extension in South Africa.
Chronic rhinitis is a troublesome condition for sufferers. It is tempting to label all patients with chronic nasal symptoms as having allergic rhinitis (AR), but many such patients have other causes of chronic rhinitis that need a specific diagnosis and management strategy. Even when the patient fully fits the definition of AR, their condition will be best served by combining medication with ongoing patient education.
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