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- Actinomycosis is a rare bacterial infection that can cause lesions and abscesses in areas like the cervicofacial, abdominal, and thoracic regions, often resembling tumors.
- A case study involved a woman with an IUD who experienced an abdominal abscess, initially misdiagnosed as a tumor but later confirmed as an Actinomyces Israelii infection through biopsy.
- Treatment involved removing the IUD and administering penicillin, highlighting that pelvic actinomycosis is uncommon and frequently diagnosed late, necessitating both surgical and medical approaches.
Article Abstract
Actinomycosis is a rare bacterial infection causing lesions and abscesses, often mimicking tumors. It commonly affects the cervicofacial, abdominal, and thoracic regions. We present a case of a woman with an intrauterine device (IUD) who developed an abscess and abdominal symptoms. Initial studies suggested a tumor, but biopsy revealed inflammation. Subsequently, she was diagnosed with Actinomyces Israelii infection, her IUDwas removed, and she was treated with penicillin, resulting in improvement. Pelvic actinomycosis is uncommon and often diagnosed late, often post-surgery, requiring combined surgical and medical treatment.
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