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Chronic meningococcemia.

P Morier1

  • 1University Department of Dermatology, Lausanne, Switzerland.

Dermatologica
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
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A 70-year-old woman experienced chronic meningococcemia with fever and rash for five weeks. Prompt treatment with ceftriaxone led to a rapid recovery, highlighting effective antibiotic therapy for this rare condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Bacteriology

Background:

  • Chronic meningococcemia is a rare, recurrent form of Neisseria meningitidis infection.
  • It presents with non-specific symptoms, often leading to delayed diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 70-year-old female presented with a 5-week history of intermittent fever.
  • She exhibited disseminated purpuric papules on her trunk and limbs.
  • Associated symptoms included headache, arthralgia, and myalgia.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with chronic meningococcemia.
  • Treatment with the antibiotic ceftriaxone was initiated.
  • Clinical improvement was observed rapidly following the commencement of therapy.

Implications:

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  • This case underscores the importance of considering meningococcemia in the differential diagnosis of prolonged febrile illness with rash.
  • Ceftriaxone demonstrates efficacy in treating chronic meningococcemia.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in meningococcal infections.