Nocardial Cerebellar Abscess in an Immunocompetent Male - A Case Report

Nocardial brain abscesses are a rare central nervous system infection with high morbidity and mortality. Infection is acquired through inhalation or direct inoculation which then spreads hematogenously to other organs. They are usually associated with immunocompromised patients but may appear in otherwise healthy individuals. They should be considered in the differential diagnosis of brain abscesses. Serological tests are not useful. Culture reports are important in establishing a diagnosis. Early diagnosis, evacuation and long term treatment might help in reducing significant morbidity and mortality. Here we present a case of nocardial cerebellar abscess in an immunocompetent male. Key-wordsCerebellar abscess, Nocardiosis, Immunocompetent male -------------------------------------------------IJLSSR-----------------------------------------------