RARE MANIFESTATION OF FOURNIER'S GANGRENE IN A YOUNG FEMALE: CASE REPORT

Abstract Fournier’s gangrene is a severe, rapidly progressing necrotizing infection that primarily affects the perineal and genital regions in males, although infrequent cases in females have been documented. Such presentations are often underrecognized, contributing to diagnostic delays. Predisposing conditions include chronic illnesses, diabetes mellitus, and traumatic injury. We present the case of a 19-year-old female who developed Fournier’s gangrene following a bilateral perianal abscess that required extensive surgical intervention, including debridement, fecal diversion colostomy, and subsequent skin grafting. Microbiological analysis revealed a polymicrobial infection. Prompt recognition and early surgical management led to recovery with minimal morbidity. This case underscores the need for high clinical vigilance and timely, aggressive management in female patients presenting with necrotizing infections of the perineum.