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Still's disease in a 72-year-old man
1Department of Internal Medicine, La Paz Hospital, Madrid, Spain.
The Journal of Rheumatology
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Adult onset Still's disease, a rare condition typically affecting young adults, can also manifest in older individuals. This case report highlights its occurrence in a 72-year-old man, expanding the known age range for this disease.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Internal Medicine
- Clinical Case Reports
Background:
- Adult onset Still's disease (AOSD) is a rare systemic inflammatory disorder.
- Typically diagnosed in young adults, AOSD's presentation in the elderly is less common.
Observation:
- This report details a clinical case of AOSD in a 72-year-old male patient.
- The patient's presentation challenged the typical demographic profile for AOSD.
Findings:
- The case illustrates that AOSD can occur in elderly individuals, extending beyond the usual age group.
- This finding underscores the importance of considering AOSD in older patients with suggestive symptoms.
Implications:
- Broadens the differential diagnosis for inflammatory conditions in the elderly.
- Suggests a need for increased awareness of AOSD in geriatric rheumatology and internal medicine.