Consecutive presumed endogenous candida endophthalmitis and presumed cytomegalovirus uveitis in an immunocompromised patient: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Consecutive intraocular infections with candida and cytomegalovirus in the same eye are exceptionally rare. This case report describes the unique presentation, diagnostic challenges, and management of sequential presumed endogenous candida endophthalmitis and presumed cytomegalovirus uveitis in an immunocompromised patient, highlighting the importance of vigilant clinical assessment and aggressive treatment for preserving visual function.

Case presentation

A 46-year-old immunocompromised Caucasian male patient with history of rheumatoid arthritis on long-term oral methylprednisolone presented with blurry vision and floaters in his left eye. Initial examination revealed yellowish fluffy retinal lesions with emerging fungal balls in the vitreous compatible with pres

SUBMITTER: Shah A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12751387 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature