Fournier's Gangrene Quiz
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Pain between the scrotum and the anus
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Try Free Symptom QuizWhat is Fournier's Gangrene?
A potentially life-threatening infection of the genital area that spreads quickly and can destroy cells of muscles, nerves, and blood vessels. Harmful microorganisms often enter through a break in the skin. It is most common in older men but can affect anyone. Risk factors include diabetes, weak immune system, alcohol abuse, obesity, etc.
Typical Symptoms of Fournier's Gangrene
- Pain in the region between the scrotum and the anus
- Fever
- Bumps containing pus
- Redness in the affected area
- History of diabetes or pre-diabetes
- Blisters
- Swelling of the affected area
- Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Diagnostic Questions for Fournier's Gangrene
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Do you have pain between the scrotum and anus?
- Do you have a fever?
- Do you have pus-filled bumps on your skin?
- Is the affected area red?
- Have you ever been diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes?
Treatment of Fournier's Gangrene
The infection can spread to other parts of the body, so it is crucial to seek prompt medical attention. Immediate treatment involves surgical removal of infected and dead tissue, wound care, and aggressive treatment with antibiotics injected into the vein.
Reviewed By:
Maxwell J. Nanes, DO (Emergency Medicine)
Dr Nanes received a doctorate from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to complete a residency in emergency medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. There he trained at Froedtert Hospital and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in the practice of adult and pediatric emergency medicine. He was a chief resident and received numerous awards for teaching excellence during his time there. | | After residency he took a job at a community hospital where he and his colleagues worked through the toughest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Nao Saito, MD (Urology)
After graduating from Tokyo Women's Medical University School of Medicine, Dr. Saito worked at Tokyo Women's Medical University Hospital, Toda Chuo General Hospital, Tokyo Women's Medical University Yachiyo Medical Center, and Ako Chuo Hospital before becoming Deputy Director (current position) at Takasaki Tower Clinic Department of Ophthalmology and Urology in April 2020.
Content updated on Mar 31, 2024
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Reviewed By:
Maxwell J. Nanes, DO (Emergency Medicine)
Dr Nanes received a doctorate from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to complete a residency in emergency medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. There he trained at Froedtert Hospital and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in the practice of adult and pediatric emergency medicine. He was a chief resident and received numerous awards for teaching excellence during his time there. | | After residency he took a job at a community hospital where he and his colleagues worked through the toughest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Nao Saito, MD (Urology)
After graduating from Tokyo Women's Medical University School of Medicine, Dr. Saito worked at Tokyo Women's Medical University Hospital, Toda Chuo General Hospital, Tokyo Women's Medical University Yachiyo Medical Center, and Ako Chuo Hospital before becoming Deputy Director (current position) at Takasaki Tower Clinic Department of Ophthalmology and Urology in April 2020.
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