Infection of the Respiratory Tract with <i>Mammomanogamus</i> ( <i>Syngamus</i> ) <i>laryngeus:</i> a New Case in Largo, Florida, and a Summary of Previously Reported Cases

Abstract

We present an unusual cause for chronic cough. Infection in a man by the nematode Mammomanogamus laryngeus is described along with a review of other reported human cases. High index of suspicion is urged, especially in world travelers.