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Parkinsonism induced by sepsis: a case report
D D Alasia1, G A Asekomeh, C N Unachuku
1Department of Internal Medicine, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. datonyedennis@yahoo.com
Summary
Parkinsonism, a rare neurological complication of sepsis, can manifest with symptoms mimicking Parkinson's disease. Early recognition and treatment of sepsis are crucial for resolving these symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder.
- Parkinsonism encompasses conditions with known causes, presenting with tremor, bradykinesia, rigidity, and gait disturbances.
- Sepsis-induced Parkinsonism is a rare clinical presentation.
Observation:
- A case of a 71-year-old Nigerian male with Parkinsonism secondary to Gram-negative sepsis was reported.
- The patient's Parkinsonism symptoms resolved with antibiotic treatment for sepsis.
- No antiparkinsonian medications were required.
Findings:
- Parkinsonism can be an uncommon neurological complication of sepsis.
- This case highlights the potential for sepsis to induce Parkinsonian symptoms.
Implications:
- Physicians should consider Parkinsonism in the differential diagnosis of sepsis patients.
- Awareness of this association can lead to timely diagnosis and management.
- Prompt sepsis treatment may reverse Parkinsonian manifestations.
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