An Unlikely Telemedicine Diagnosis: A Case Report of Rhizobium Radiobacter Brain Abscess

Introduction: Rhizobium radiobacter is a gram negative bacillus commonly found in soil. The frequency of reported infections in the pediatric population is rare and typically affects immunocompromised patients. This case highlights the incidence of a Rhizobium Radiobacter infection, prompted by a telemedicine consultation, in a healthy pediatric patient with no known risk factors. Case Description: A 12-year-old male with a history of chronic sinusitis and renal agenesis presented to the emergency department after a new-onset generalized seizure. The patient complained of having intermittent fevers for 5 days and left ear pain …