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Epididymitis associated with bacteremic pneumococcal pneumonia
Ilan Berlinrut1,2, Robin Koshy1,2
1Infectious Diseases, Northwell Health, Manhasset, USA.
A 56-year-old male developed scrotal pain and epididymitis after pneumonia caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteremia. This case highlights a rare complication of pneumococcal infection, suggesting direct bacterial seeding to the epididymis.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Urology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Pneumonia and bacteremia caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae are common infections.
- Epididymitis is typically associated with sexually transmitted infections or urinary tract infections.
- Extrapulmonary manifestations of Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteremia are less common.
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