One significant study examined the clinical characteristics of sphenoid sinus fungus balls (SSFB) over a nine-year period, involving 77 patients. The findings indicated that SSFB predominantly ...

Mycetoma, more properly called fungus ball, expands within the confines of an immunocompetent, nonatopic host sinus and does not invade or penetrate the sinus mucosa. Aspergillus is the primary ...

Though it’s usually not severe, it can lead to ongoing sinus issues if not treated properly. Fungal Ball (Mycetoma): This occurs when fungal elements accumulate in the sinus cavities ...

Physical examination of the nasal cavity reveals pale to red to black necrotic areas involving the turbinates or septum. If acute or fulminant fungal sinusitis suspected, prompt biopsy should be ...