Cellulitis - perineum

Case contributed by Gustavo Graco
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Obese patient, with pain and "burning" / tenderness in the perineal region for a few days.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Male
ultrasound

Ultrasonography of the perineum region shows skin thickening with subcutaneous hypoechoic striations with a permeative aspect.

Case Discussion

Obese patient with hyperemia and burning sensation in the perineum region, demonstrating, on ultrasound, skin thickening with subcutaneous hypoechoic striations with a permeative aspect.

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