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  • Courtesy of Sweta Patro, B.N.R. Subudhi
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    Cornea/External Disease

    Fungating irregular granulation tissue in the lower tarsal conjunctiva with multiple pin head whitish lesions over its surface demonstrating underlying mature sporangia. Rhinosporidiosis is a slow-growing chronic inflammatory disorder caused by Rhinosporidiosis seeberi. It is commonly seen in groundwater, infects human beings after coming in contact with contaminated water sources. Commonly seen in nose, ears, and conjunctiva. Easily diagnosed by the typical appearance of whitish pinhead-sized lesions over the surface. Surgical excision is the only modality of management.