Nasal Cavity Actinomycosis Mimicking Nasal Cavity Tumor: A Case Report

Abstract

Actinomycosis is a chronic bacterial infection with granulomatous and suppurative features, caused by gram-positive anaerobic: actinomycetes. Generally, saprophytes of the natural cavities of man, but which can become pathogenic under certain conditions. This pathology is most common in the cervicofacial region. Involvement of the paranasal sinuses is extremely rare which can take on the appearance of tumor affections. We describe a case of nasal cavity actinomycosis diagnosed in 16-year female consulted for a left nasal airway obstruction associated with purulent rhinorrhea.