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Simple eosinophilic granulomatous prostatitis.

J F Redman·R A Downs
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A case of simple eosinophilic granulomatous prostatitis is presented. The simple variety shows an abundant eosinophilic infiltrate of the prostate without peripheral eosinophilia, allergic history or vasculitis. No treatment has been recommended to date. The use of a low-dose steroid provided symptomatic relief in our patient.

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J F Redman, R A Downs. 1984. Simple eosinophilic granulomatous prostatitis.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0022-5347(17)49625-x

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