An Unusual Case of Melioidosis with Psoas Abscess
Journal Title: Global Journal of Medical and Clinical Case Reports - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Melioidosis is an infection caused by a gram negative bacterium .We report a case of FUO which upon investigation revealed muscle abscess and subsequent pus culture revealed melioidosis. This case is reported since melioidosis can often mimic other diseases and in rare instances present with psoas abscess.
Authors and Affiliations
Prijesh Janardanan, Easaw PC, Abdul Rahiman
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