Skin lesion of histoplasmosis

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Histoplasmosis, disseminated in HIV patient

Anti-fungal drugs, such as amphotericin B, itraconazole, and ketoconazole, are the usual treatments. Anti-fungals may be given intravenously depending on the form or stage of disease. In some cases, long-term treatment with anti-fungal drugs may be used.

The outlook depends on the form of histoplasmosis and the condition of the individual's immune system. Death can occur in some cases.

• Bacterial skin infection
• Complications of medications (for example, amphotericin B can have severely unpleasant side effects)

The skin lesions may be similar to skin problems from other infections or illnesses. Notify your health care provider if you develop any suspicious lesions on your skin, so that you may be tested correctly.

Review Date: 09/05/2006
Reviewed By: D. Scott Smith, M.D., MSc, DTM&H, Chief of Infectious Disease & Geographic Medicine, Kaiser Redwood City, CA & Adjunct Assistant Professor, Stanford University. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.