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Cutaneous botryomycosis of the right elbow in an immunocompetent adult male - A case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: We report a case of cutaneous botryomycosis in a 29-yearold male with chronic discharging sinuses and indurated nodular masses over his right elbow.This study follows the CARE guidelines.Ethical approval was waived by the Institutional Ethics Committee of K. S. Hegde Medical Academy.The patient provided informed consent, and the study adhered to ethical ABSTRACT Botryomycosis is a rare, chronic bacterial infection that can affect the skin or internal organs.This report discusses a case of cutaneous botryomycosis in a 29-year-old male with nodular masses and discharging sinuses on his right elbow for two years.Differential diagnoses included actinomycosis, botryomycosis, and mycetoma.Aerobic culture identified methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus, the most common cause of botryomycosis.Accurate etiological diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment, since the patient responded well to antibiotics tailored to the sensitivity report.Early diagnosis and targeted therapy are key to managing this rare infection.

Source: Gulhane Medical Journal

DOI: 10.4274/gulhane.galenos.2025.99422

Authors: Asem Ali Ashraf, Vimal Kumar Karnaker, Bhavya Chand

Institution: K S Hegde Medical Academy

Language: English

Topic: Actinomycetales infections and treatment

Subfield: Microbiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410698555