International Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (ISSN: 2995-2301) | Volume 2, Issue 1 | Case Report | Open Access

Intestinal Paracoccidioidomycosis Mimicking Crohn's Disease: A Case Report

Alexandre de Sousa Carlos^*

Mariana de Lira Fonte, Davi Viana Ramos, Eloy Vianey Carvalho de Franca, Amanda Lima Bruno, Alexandre de Sousa Carlos*

Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP, São Paulo, Brazil

^*Correspondence to: Alexandre de Sousa Carlos 

Abstract

Paracoccidioidomycosis is a systemic fungal infection caused by Paracoccidiodes brasiliensis. Brazil is considered the epicenter of this infection, accounting for 80% of all reported cases. Gastrointestinal manifestations range from abdominal pain and diarrhea to secondary appendicitis and colonic ulcers. We present an unusual case of intestinal paracoccidioidomycosis. Colonoscopy findings such as stricture and deep ulceration can mimic Crohn's disease, so it is important that healthcare providers maintain a high index of suspicion in endemic areas.

Keywords:

Paracoccidioidomycosis; Crohn's disease; Intestinal paracoccidioidomycosis; Colonic ulcers; Inflammatory bowel diseases

Citation:

Mariana de Lira Fonte, Davi Viana Ramos, Eloy Vianey Carvalho de Franca, Amanda Lima Bruno, Alexandre de Sousa Carlos.Intestinal Paracoccidioidomycosis Mimicking Crohn's Disease: A Case Report. Int Jour Gastro Hepat. 2023;2(1):1-7.