An Unusual Case of Brain Abscess in a HIV Negative Host

A 45-years-old previously healthy male presented with intermittent diffuse chronic headache of mild to moderate grade intensity for 8 months initially 1-2 times a month now daily episodes with increased severity since 1 month partially relieved with analgesics with blurring of vision in bilateral eyes. He also reported an intermittent fever of up to 102 F for two weeks around two months back. On examination, vitals were stable with neurological examination showing the presence of neck rigidity only, with normal cranial nerve and fundus examination.
Source: The American Journal of Medicine - Category: General Medicine Authors: Tags: Clinical Communication to the Editor Source Type: research