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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Child abuse is a significant cause of child fatality in the US.
  • Inaccurate reporting and resource scarcity complicate child abuse evaluations.
  • The differential diagnosis for suspected child abuse is broad.

Observation:

  • A child from a Lyme disease endemic area presented with bruising, fracture, and knee swelling.
  • The pediatrician suspected child abuse based on these symptoms.
  • The child was referred for orthopedic evaluation due to the fracture.

Findings:

  • This case presents Lyme disease as a potential mimic of non-accidental trauma in children.
  • No prior literature documented Lyme disease presenting as symptoms suggestive of child abuse.
  • The presentation included dermatologic, orthopedic, and rheumatologic signs.

Implications:

  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial to avoid misattributing symptoms of Lyme disease to child abuse.
  • Clinicians should consider Lyme disease in the differential diagnosis of unexplained injuries in children from endemic regions.
  • Early recognition of Lyme disease can prevent unnecessary investigations and potential family distress.