Case report demonstrates necrotizing fasciitis caused by Cryptococcus neoformans in a patient with sarcoidosis on prednisone, highlighting fungal risks during immunosuppressive therapy.
Necrotizing fasciitis, a severe soft tissue infection that rapidly destroys the fascial layer through necrosis and inflammation, is often caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, gram-negative bacteria, Clostridium, and, rarely, fungal organisms. We present a case of necrotizing fasciitis caused by Cryptococcus neoformans in a patient with sarcoidosis on oral prednisone therapy.
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