Insect-related sporotrichosis oculoglandular syndrome: A case report

Medical Mycology Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Kosol Kampitak, Thanat Kampitak, Naree Warnnissorn, Arvemas Watcharakorn, Worakit Kaewnopparat, Panarat Hematulin
DOI: 10.1016/j.mmcr.2026.100765
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Abstract

Sporotrichosis oculoglandular syndrome is an infectious disease caused by the thermodimorphic fungus Sporothrix species. Humans can become accidentally infected through vegetative trauma and contact with cats. However, there are no reported cases of this disease being transmitted by insects. In this report, we present a case of insect-related sporotrichosis oculoglandular syndrome.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Fungal Infections and Studies Actinomycetales infections and treatment Ocular Infections and Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Medical Mycology Case Reports
Volume
51
Pages
100765–100765
Publication date
18 January 2026
Language
EN