Abstract

A CASE OF PYREXIA OF UNKNOWN ORIGIN (PUO) DUE TO TUBERCULOUS ABSCESS OF THE PROSTATE

Dr. M.Rani Solai, Dr. A.Sangeetha, Dr. M.Muthaiah, Dr. P. Yuri Gagarin,Dr. Adhithya Muthu, Dr. G.S.Vijay Kumar, Dr P.Thilakavathy, Dr. M. Mariappan, Dr. R.M.Sathishkumar, Dr. Arun Kumar. S. Bilodi*

ABSTRACT

Aim: The objective of the present study is to report a case of pyrexia of unknown origin due to tuberculous abscess of prostate. Place: This case was admitted in the in-patient department of medicine at Velammal Medical College Hospital at Anuppanadi, Madurai, India. Period: This case was examined in April 2014. Case Report: This is a case of pyrexia of unknown origin in a male aged 57 years, native of Virudhunagar, India. He was investigated and diagnosed to have tuberculosis of lung as well as prostate. Discussion: This is a case of tuberculous abscess of prostate which was diagnosed by smear study of prostatic aspiration. Tuberculosis of prostate is rare and was compared and correlated with available literatures. Conclusion: This case gives awareness to the clinicians regarding any abscess in prostate and other genital organ could be due to Mycobacterium Tuberculosis. In some cases, it may be associated with HIV infection. Take home Message: Any patient with tuberculous abscess of prostate should be given proper advice and counselling to the family. Such patients should also be advised to undergo investigation for HIV infection.

Keywords: Pyrexia, urinary tract symptoms, enlargement of prostate, heterogenous echo texture, prostatic abscess.