European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine

Background: The association between necrotizing fasciitis and tuberculosis is extremely rare. We report a case in which the initial clinical presentation of tuberculosis was that of necrotizing fasciitis proven by histopathology. Repeated adequate surgical debridement was performed and was diagnosed to have pulmonary tuberculosis later on. The diagnosis of tuberculosis should be suspected in patients with necrotizing fasciitis with recurrence or unexpected slow response to surgery.

INTRODUCTION
Fournier’s gangrene is described as necrotizing soft tissue infection originating from or limited to the genitals or perineum irrespective of gender.
CASE REPORT
We report a case of 50 years over male presented to the emergency room with fever pain and discharge from perianal and scrotal region since 5 days. At debridement a foreign body was observed. This association is uncommon.
CONCLUSION
Fournier’s gangrene in a non-vegetarian person, foreign body should always be ruled out.