Orbital entomophthoromycosis in a toddler – An unusual presentation/a case report

Abstract

Entomophthoromycosis is a rare fungal infection seldom occurring in humans. Only very few cases of entomophthoromycosis exclusively involving the orbit have been reported in the literature. We are reporting a case of entomophthoromycosis in a toddler who presented with swelling of the left orbit following trauma to the left eye. The nonspecific clinical signs and symptoms of the patient posed us diagnostic dilemma. Histopathological examination helped us to arrive at the correct diagnosis and proper management of the patient. A high index of suspicion in required in these patients for timely diagnosis and treatment, which would improve the prognosis.