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A Parotid Abscess Due to Candida Albicans: Contribution of MRI and Ultrasound-Guided Drainage

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Acute suppurative parotitis primarily occurs in elderly individuals weakened by systemic diseases or major surgical procedures. It is generally associated with a favorable prognosis. Staphylococcus aureus is the main pathogen responsible for acute suppurative parotitis. Other reported pathogens include streptococci, gram-negative bacilli, and anaerobes. The parotid gland is an unusual site for fungal infections. In our literature review, we found only two published cases of Candida albicans parotitis, both in elderly diabetic men. Here, we report what we believe to be the third case of a Candida albicans parotid abscess in a diabetic patient with no underlying parotid abnormalities.

Source: SAS Journal of Medicine

DOI: 10.36347/sasjm.2025.v11i03.015

Authors: Mohamed El Biadi, Salah Bellasri, Nabil Hammoune, El Mehdi Atmane, Abdelilah Mouhsine

Language: English

Topic: Salivary Gland Disorders and Functions

Subfield: Physiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4408675818

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