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A rare case of subgaleal abscess, a swelling over the mastoid process, is presented. Diagnosis was challenging due to the extreme rarity of this condition in the antibiotic era.

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Area of Science:

Otolaryngology
Infectious Diseases
Surgical Pathology

Background:

Subgaleal abscess is an exceptionally rare clinical finding, particularly in the current antibiotic era.
The etiology of subgaleal abscess can be obscure, even without apparent skin trauma or significant preceding injury.
Mastoid process swelling can indicate deep-seated infections, necessitating careful differential diagnosis.