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Brucellosis associated with thrombocytopenia.

I Hussein1, B N Gokul, A Paul

  • 1Department of Hematology, Midhnab General Hospital, PO Box 253, Al Midhnab, Al Qassim, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Medical Journal
|May 29, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Brucellosis, a zoonotic disease common in Saudi Arabia, can cause various blood complications. This case highlights successful treatment of selective thrombocytopenia with antibiotics and steroids.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Hematology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Brucellosis is a significant zoonotic disease endemic in Saudi Arabia.
  • Hematological complications are frequently observed in brucellosis patients.
  • Understanding Brucella's impact on hematological parameters is crucial for public health.

Observation:

  • A case of Brucellosis presented with isolated thrombocytopenia (low platelet count).
  • The affected individual was an expatriate from Bangladesh residing in Saudi Arabia.
  • This specific hematological manifestation, selective thrombocytopenia, is a notable clinical observation.

Findings:

  • The patient exhibited selective thrombocytopenia as a complication of Brucellosis.
  • Treatment involved a combination of standard anti-Brucella antibiotics and corticosteroid therapy.
  • The patient showed a positive clinical response to the combined treatment regimen.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the diverse hematological manifestations of Brucellosis.
  • Combined antibiotic and steroid therapy can be effective in managing Brucellosis-associated thrombocytopenia.
  • Further research into Brucellosis-induced hematological disorders is warranted.

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