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Fever of unknown origin.

Nayan Shah1, Karlon Johnson, Sabry Ghaly

  • 1Martin Luther King Hospital/Drew Medical Center, Los Angeles, California 90059-3019, USA.

Journal of the National Medical Association
|December 4, 2003
PubMed
Summary

A traveler returning from Guatemala developed prolonged fevers, chills, and weakness. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of malaria are crucial for preventing potentially fatal outcomes in primary care settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Tropical Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Diagnostic Pathology

Background:

  • Fever of unknown origin (FUO) in primary care requires a thorough diagnostic approach.
  • Recent international travel is a critical factor in considering exotic infections.
  • Malaria, a potentially fatal mosquito-borne illness, should be considered in febrile travelers.

Observation:

  • A 26-year-old male presented with a three-week history of intermittent high fevers, chills, and weakness post-travel to Guatemala.
  • Clinical presentation included diurnal fever spikes up to 105.8F.
  • Initial symptoms were non-specific, mimicking a vague systemic illness.

Findings:

  • The case highlights the importance of detailed patient history and physical examination in diagnosing FUO.
  • Diagnostic procedures, including specialized blood films, are essential for identifying Plasmodium parasites.
  • Prompt laboratory workup and specialized diagnostics are key in outpatient settings.

Implications:

  • Primary care physicians must maintain a high index of suspicion for travel-related diseases like malaria.
  • Early recognition and management of malaria can prevent severe complications and mortality.
  • This case underscores the need for vigilance regarding unusual presentations of common or exotic infectious diseases in returning travelers.

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