[Imported infectious diseases in fever of unknown origin in migrant children: 2 cases]

Area of Science:

• Pediatrics
• Infectious Diseases
• Public Health

Background:

• Global migration patterns are increasing the incidence of infectious diseases previously uncommon in many regions.
• Fever in children recently arrived from endemic areas necessitates the investigation of potential imported infectious diseases.

Observation:

• Two cases of typhoid fever were diagnosed in immigrant children recently arrived from high-prevalence countries.
• Both children presented with fever of unknown origin and had been in the country for less than one month.

Findings:

• Blood cultures identified the causative gram-negative bacillus, confirming the etiological diagnosis of typhoid fever.
• Intravenous antibiotic therapy was administered, leading to negative blood and stool cultures before patient discharge.

Implications:

• These cases underscore the importance of considering imported infectious diseases, such as typhoid fever, in the differential diagnosis of febrile illnesses in immigrant children.
• Prompt diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic treatment are crucial for successful management and resolution of these imported infections.