The purpose of presenting this case is to report a fatal case of rhinocerebral mucormycosis post-dental extraction in a patient with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. Several cases of rhinocerebral mucormycosis have been reported, but mucocutaneous mucormycosis has not been commonly reported to be a part of polymicrobial wound infections at multifocal sites. To the best of author's knowledge, this is the second case of polymicrobial rhinocerebral infection involving mucormycosis.
Introduction: Here we report an unusual case of recurrent hair growth in Wharton's duct in an adult male and there by exploring possible cause of it. Observation: The patient presented with recurrent hair growth in the floor of the mouth. The hair growth occurred at the right submandibular duct opening on all occasions. The patient underwent CT scan of the salivary glands which showed one stone approximately 3mm at the site which was removed under local anesthesia. Commentary: Recurrent hair growth in the floor of the mouth is rare incident. Although multiple etiologies have been described in the literature, we initially thought of the retrograde theory as patient had beard but concluded that it could be due to heterotopia as to be the possible cause of it.
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare condition which may present at birth or early infancy. These patients have a poor prognosis with high mortality rate. Tracheolaryngeal stenosis or stricture is the most significant ENT complication which may result in death from airway obstruction. We present a case of EB presenting with sudden onset airway obstruction, requiring immediate airway management. The epidemiology, pathogenesis and clinical presentation of this disease are discussed as well as the diagnosis and management. ENT surgeons as well as other health care providers must be aware of the potential risks to the airway in these patients.
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