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Acute Scrotal Pain and Swelling as an Atypical Presentation of Sweet's Syndrome
Jeffrey Jiang1, An Huynh2, Angel Wu3
1Department of Surgery, Monash Health, Melbourne, AUS.
Abstract:
We present a unique case of Sweet's syndrome associated with scrotal pain and swelling in a healthy male with no rheumatological or malignant risk factors. In the absence of typical urological presentations, diagnostic challenges included ruling out surgical emergencies in addition to skin biopsy and commencement of steroid treatment. This case highlights the importance of comprehensive examination and investigation to prevent surgical complications and consideration of rheumatological pathologies in atypical scrotal presentations.
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