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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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Learn more about Fournier's gangrene
Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is fournier's gangrene?
A potentially life-threatening infection of the genital area that spreads rapidly and can kill cells of muscles, nerves and blood vessels. Harmful microorganisms often enter through a break in the skin. It is most in older men but can affect anyone. Risk factors include diabetes, weak immune system, alcohol abuse, obesity, etc.
Symptoms of fournier's gangrene
Fever
Pain in the region between the scrotum and the anus
Redness in the affected area
Questions your doctor may ask to check for fournier's gangrene
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose fournier's gangrene
Do you have a fever?
Do you have pain in the region between the scrotum and the anus?
Is the affected area red?
Treatment for fournier's gangrene
Infection can spread to other parts of the body and it is essential 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.
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Reviewed By:
Maxwell J. Nanes, DO (Emergency department)
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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