A Case of Neuroparacoccidioidomycosis in Houston, Texas.

Paracoccidioidomycosis is a systemic fungal disease caused by the dimorphic species endemic to South America. Infection classically presents with pulmonary, mucosal, or reticuloendothelial involvement, though other organs can be involved. Central nervous system involvement is rare, and almost universally reported within the endemic area for the fungus.