Rhinosporidiosis Presenting As Nasal And Urethral Polyp

Abstract

Rhinosporidiosis is a chronic granulomatous disease of mucous membranes and is endemic in South India and Sri Lanka. Although it predominantly affects nose and nasopharyngeal mucosa, other sites are also rarely affected. High index of suspicion and characteristic pathological feature are the mainstay of diagnosis for extra nasal infection. We describe a case of 35 year old north Indian male who presented with urethral polyp. Otorhinolaryngological examination revealed a nasal mass as well. Biopsy from both the urethral and nasal mass showed features of rhinosporidiosis. The aetiopathogenesis, clinical & pathological picture and management of the disease have been discussed.