Colesional cutaneous talaromycosis (penicilliosis) and Kaposi sarcoma in an HIV-infected patient

HIV-infected patients are at high risk of multiple pathologies. Accurate identification of multiple colesional pathologies is critical for the patient management. We report a distinctive case of colesional cutaneous talaromycosis and Kaposi sarcoma. Prudent histopathological examination and judicious use of adjunct diagnostic test are essential for the diagnosis.

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HIV-infected patients are at high risk of multiple pathologies, making accurate identification and diagnosis critical for patient management. This case study highlights the importance of careful histopathological examination and judicious use of adjunct diagnostic tests.