A 15 year old male has nominal aphasia. There is also history of scanty, foul smelling discharge in the past. The patient repos of some bleeding when cleaning the ear. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: Temporal lobe abscess
Description: Ans. is'b'i.e., Temporal lobe abscesslRef: Dhingra Sh/e p. 85Otogenic brain abscessEar infections are the most common cause of brain abscess.Most common site of cerebral abscess is temporal lobe.Due to increased ICT.HeadacheNausea/vomitingLethargy progressing to drowsiness, confusion, stupor and coma.
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