Cryptococcus neoformans is an encapsulated yeast responsible for disseminated meningitis
in immunocompromised hosts. Controversies persist on the existence of primary cutaneous …

Cutaneous cryptococcosis is classified either as primary or secondary based on the route of
infection. The disease can also be classified either as localized cutaneous cryptococcosis or …

MATERIALS AND METHODS Strains and media. C. neoformans var. grubii strains H99 (70),
KN99a (55), KN99 (55), KN99aNAT, and KN99NAT were maintained at 80 C. Cultures were …

This must-have clinical reference, by Drs. Amy S. Paller and Anthony J. Mancini, provides
practical, authoritative guidance for identification and management of all types of skin …

A case of primary cutaneous cryptococcal infection is presented and cases of primary
cutaneous cryptococcosis in normal and immunocompromised hosts are reviewed …

Since the introduction of highly active antiretroviral therapy there has been an improvement
in the quality of life for people with HIV infection. Despite the progress made, about 70% of …

Cutaneous manifestations are common and often the presenting feature of human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, but a comprehensive study of HIV-associated skin …

Objectives This guideline offers recommendations on diagnosis, treatment regimens and
health promotion principles needed for the effective management of genital molluscum …

DISCUSSION Cutaneous cryptococcosis presents with various clinical symptoms such as
papules, pustules, nodules, granulomas, abscesses, subcutaneous swelling, cellulitis-like …

Dermatological disorders are a frequent presenting feature of HIV infection and/or AIDS.
More than 90% of HIV-infected patients will suffer from one or more skin diseases during the …