Abstract

This report presents an atypical case of wrist rice-body bursitis in a patient with no prior history of rheumatism or tuberculosis. The patient, a 38-year-old female, presented with swelling and pain in the wrist, prompting imaging studies that revealed characteristic rice bodies within the bursa. Initial concerns for underlying inflammatory or infectious processes were addressed through comprehensive diagnostic testing, which ruled out rheumatologic conditions and infectious agents, including tuberculosis. The diagnosis of rice-body bursitis was established based on clinical presentation and imaging findings. Management included conservative measures, such as corticosteroid injections and physical therapy, resulting in significant symptom relief. This case highlights the importance of considering ricebody bursitis as a potential diagnosis in patients with unexplained wrist symptoms, even in the absence of common underlying conditions.