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Acute Epstein-Barr Virus Infection Complicated by Rhabdomyolysis: A Case Report and Literature Review
Mohannad Faisal1, Amr Ashour1, Israa Alshahwani1
1Internal Medicine Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, QAT.
Cureus
|November 7, 2022
Summary
Infectious mononucleosis can lead to rhabdomyolysis, a serious condition causing muscle breakdown. This case report highlights the risk of acute kidney injury following this common viral infection.
Area of Science:
- Internal Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Nephrology
Background:
- Infectious mononucleosis is a common viral illness, typically self-limiting.
- Rhabdomyolysis is a condition characterized by rapid muscle breakdown, often triggered by exertion, drugs, or infections.
Observation:
- A patient presented with infectious mononucleosis.
- The patient subsequently developed rhabdomyolysis.
- This complication led to acute kidney injury requiring hemodialysis.
Findings:
- This case represents the eighth reported instance worldwide of rhabdomyolysis secondary to infectious mononucleosis.
- The development of acute kidney injury underscores the potential severity of this complication.
Implications:
- Clinicians should be aware of the potential for serious complications, such as rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney injury, following infectious mononucleosis.
- Early recognition and management are crucial for patients presenting with these combined conditions.
Keywords:
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