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Acetaminophen and hepatic dysfunction in infectious mononucleosis

D M Rosenberg, A A Meyer, I H Manning

    Southern Medical Journal
    |June 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    Severe hepatitis is rare in infectious mononucleosis. This case suggests acetaminophen may cause liver dysfunction in patients with this viral illness, highlighting potential drug-induced liver injury.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Virology
    • Clinical Toxicology

    Background:

    • Infectious mononucleosis, a common viral illness, is rarely associated with severe liver injury.
    • Acetaminophen (paracetamol) is a widely used over-the-counter analgesic and antipyretic.
    • Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is a significant concern in clinical practice.

    Observation:

    • Two family members presented with severe hepatitic dysfunction.
    • Both individuals had concurrent infectious mononucleosis.
    • Acetaminophen administration was noted in both cases.

    Findings:

    • The severe hepatitis observed is an uncommon complication of infectious mononucleosis.
    • The clinical presentation suggests acetaminophen as the likely causative agent for the hepatic dysfunction.

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  • This case highlights a potential interaction between acetaminophen and infectious mononucleosis leading to severe liver injury.

    • Implications:

    • Clinicians should consider acetaminophen toxicity in patients with infectious mononucleosis presenting with liver dysfunction.
    • Further investigation into the potential synergistic hepatotoxicity of acetaminophen and Epstein-Barr virus infection is warranted.
    • This finding underscores the importance of careful medication review in patients with viral illnesses.