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Dora Gomes1, Rui André2, Catarina Oliveira1
1Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Tondela-Viseu, Viseu, PRT.
Abstract:
The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a DNA virus that has been infecting humans since ancient times, capable of causing a wide range of pathologies and affecting approximately 90% of the population. A 61-year-old male with no significant medical history presented with a 5-day history of imbalance and difficulty walking. Neurological examination revealed specific findings, including absent reflexes, bilateral asynergy, and gait abnormalities. Contrasting with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, lumbar puncture suggested a central nervous system infection. Serological testing confirmed Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) positivity, and intravenous immunoglobulin led to significant improvement. Electromyogram results suggested inflammatory/ipnfectious polyradiculopathy. Repeat EBV serology, showing strongly positive IgG and negative IgM, confirmed the diagnosis of Polyradiculoneuropathy secondary to EBV. This case underscores the rare neurological complications of EBV and the importance of considering viral infections in such presentations.
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