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Balanitis caused by group B streptococcus.

D A Lucks, F R Venezio, C M Lakin

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    Group B Streptococcus rarely causes male genital infections. This case study documents severe, recurrent balanitis in a young man, likely due to sexual transmission from an asymptomatic partner.

    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Urology

    Background:

    • Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a significant cause of genitourinary tract infections in peripartum women.
    • GBS is infrequently identified as a pathogen in male genital infections.

    Observation:

    • A case of severe, recurrent balanitis in a sexually active young man is presented.
    • GBS was isolated from the vaginal flora of his asymptomatic sexual partner.

    Findings:

    • The balanitis was attributed to GBS infection, potentially introduced via a traumatic abrasion during intercourse.
    • Penicillin or erythromycin are recommended as primary treatments for GBS-induced balanitis.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights GBS as a potential cause of male genital infections.

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  • Preventing recurrent episodes may be challenging due to difficulties in eradicating the female carrier state.