International Journal of Tropical Medicine
ISSN: Online 1818-779XISSN: Print 1816-3319
Abstract
Epstein‐Barr Virus (EBV) is a human gammaherpesvirus known for causing infectious mononucleosis (IM) and implicated in various cancers and autoimmune diseases. We present a case of atypical IM in a 43‐year‐old male. Initial symptoms included fever, sore throat, and malaise, with persistent fever despite antibiotic treatment. Diagnostic testing revealed positive EBV IgM antibodies, confirming IM. The patient experienced prolonged lymphocytosis, reflecting the immune response to EBV. Although symptoms improved over months, complete blood parameter normalization took over 9 months. This case underscores the importance of considering IM in prolonged fever and lymphocytosis, especially in adults with atypical presentations. It emphasizes the protracted course of IM and highlights the need for comprehensive follow‐up. The study aims to enhance IM diagnosis, focusing on long‐term outcomes and proactive management strategies, including potential EBV vaccination to prevent associated cancers. Recognition of IM's significance in adults and monitoring hematologic parameters until full recovery is crucial for optimal patient care.
How to cite this article:
Faiza Ismail, Nidhi Sharma, Abhishek Sharma and Saim Hasan. A Typical Presentation of Epstein: Barr Virus (EBV) Induced Infectious Mononucleosis with literature Review.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makijtm.2024.2.63.66
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1816-3319/10.59218/makijtm.2024.2.63.66