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Twishi Shrimali1, Saumya Srivastava1, Naila Mohammad1
1Department of Microbiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342005, India.
Infectious Disorders Drug Targets
|July 14, 2023
Summary
Giardia lamblia is a neglected parasitic infection. This case study highlights a rare instance of Giardia infection in an immunocompromised pediatric patient with fibrosarcoma, emphasizing the need for vigilance.
Area of Science:
- Medical Parasitology
- Pediatric Oncology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Giardia lamblia is a neglected parasitic infection prevalent in developing nations.
- It causes gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea, bloating, and nausea.
- Immunocompromised individuals are at higher risk of severe infections.
Observation:
- A 1.5-year-old immunocompromised child with fibrosarcoma presented with abdominal and systemic complaints.
- Stool sample analysis confirmed the presence of Giardia lamblia trophozoites and cysts.
- This represents a unique case of Giardia infection in a pediatric patient with a rare cancer.
Findings:
- The case is the first reported instance of Giardia lamblia infection in a pediatric patient diagnosed with fibrosarcoma.
- The patient received a ten-day course of metronidazole.
- Clinical improvement was observed following treatment.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering Giardia infection in immunocompromised pediatric patients, even with rare co-morbidities.
- Stresses the need for prompt diagnosis and management of neglected parasitic infections.
- Underscores the critical role of stool sample investigations in identifying and treating Giardia lamblia.
