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Dengue Fever Presenting Atypically with Viral Conjunctivitis and Subacute Thyroiditis
Faizan Sheraz1, Hassan Tahir2, Jannavi Saqi2
1Department of Internal Medicine, Social Security Hospital, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Summary
Dengue virus infection, typically causing fever, can rarely lead to eye and thyroid issues. This case highlights conjunctivitis and subacute thyroiditis as unusual dengue manifestations.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Ophthalmology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Dengue virus infections are rising globally, with increasing reports of atypical presentations.
- While dengue commonly causes febrile illness, severe complications like hemorrhagic manifestations can occur.
- Organ system involvement, including CNS, liver, and heart, is documented, but ocular and thyroid involvement is exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- A 32-year-old patient presented with conjunctivitis and subacute thyroiditis.
- These symptoms were investigated as potential manifestations of an underlying condition.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with dengue viral infection.
- Dengue virus was identified as the causative agent for both the conjunctivitis and subacute thyroiditis.
Implications:
- This case expands the spectrum of known dengue virus manifestations.
- Highlights the importance of considering dengue in patients with unusual symptoms, even in non-classical presentations.
- Suggests a need for further research into the mechanisms of dengue-induced ocular and thyroid inflammation.
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