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Acute acquired toxoplasmosis

A M Faruqui, M Frank, R V Rosvoll

    Southern Medical Journal
    |September 1, 1976
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    Summary

    This case study details a 62-year-old man with acute acquired toxoplasmosis, initially presenting as a prolonged fever of unknown origin. Diagnosis was confirmed by identifying Toxoplasma gondii cysts in lymph node biopsies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Infectious Diseases
    • Parasitology
    • Clinical Medicine

    Background:

    • Toxoplasmosis, caused by *Toxoplasma gondii*, is a common parasitic infection.
    • Acquired toxoplasmosis can present with diverse clinical manifestations, often mimicking other febrile illnesses.
    • Fever of unknown origin (FUO) presents a diagnostic challenge, requiring thorough investigation.

    Observation:

    • A 62-year-old male patient presented with a prolonged remittent fever of unknown origin.
    • Abdominal laparotomy revealed lymph node abnormalities.
    • Microscopic examination of lymph node tissue identified *Toxoplasma gondii* cysts.

    Findings:

    • The patient was diagnosed with acute acquired toxoplasmosis.
    • The presence of *Toxoplasma gondii* cysts in lymph nodes was the key diagnostic finding.
    • Unusual features included the patient's advanced age, lymph node cyst presence, and prolonged fever presentation.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of considering toxoplasmosis in elderly patients with FUO.
    • Lymph node biopsy can be crucial for diagnosing atypical presentations of toxoplasmosis.
    • Recognizing unusual clinical and pathological features aids in timely diagnosis and management of parasitic infections.

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