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[Dermohypodermitis on the face revealing TIBOLA].

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¹Service de dermatologie et vénéréologie, CHU Dupuytren, 2, avenue Martin Luther King, 87042 Limoges cedex, France.

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Summary

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Tick-borne lymphadenopathy (TIBOLA) is an emerging European rickettsiosis. A case highlights acute facial swelling in a child, emphasizing early antibiotic treatment for suspected TIBOLA.

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Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Pediatrics
Dermatology

Background:

Tick-borne lymphadenopathy (TIBOLA) is an emerging rickettsiosis in Europe, transmitted by Dermacentor ticks.
TIBOLA presents as an inoculation eschar, fever, and cervical lymphadenopathy, particularly in colder months.
Children and women are identified as higher-risk demographics for developing TIBOLA.

Observation:

This report details a case of TIBOLA in a 9-year-old French child.
The child presented with acute hemifacial edema and erythema, which were indicative of TIBOLA.
The presentation highlights an unusual manifestation of TIBOLA in a pediatric patient.

Findings:

The case underscores the importance of recognizing TIBOLA beyond its typical presentation.
Facial edema and erythema can be key indicators of TIBOLA in children.
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing TIBOLA.

Implications:

Early empirical antibiotic therapy is recommended for suspected TIBOLA cases before diagnostic confirmation.
Doxycycline and macrolides are the recommended antibiotic treatments for TIBOLA.
Increased awareness of TIBOLA's varied presentations is needed, especially in pediatric populations.