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Post-herpetic myalgia mimicking malaria: A diagnostic challenge in an endemic region: A case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: We report a rare case of a 24-year-old female from Navi Mumbai who presented with fever, myalgia, and abdominal pain. Despite a recent clinical diagnosis of herpes zoster infection, she tested positive for Plasmodium vivax. Persistent myalgia following antimalarial therapy and laboratory evidence of iron deficiency anemia raised the possibility of concurrent post-herpetic myalgia, a recognized sequela of herpes zoster. This case highlights the diagnostic challenges posed by coexisting infections and underscores the importance of a comprehensive diagnostic workup in febrile illnesses, especially in malaria-endemic areas.

Source: International Journal of Research in Medical Science

DOI: 10.33545/26648733.2025.v7.i2a.127

Authors: Hemant Gupta, Harshal Bisen, Tanishq Khatavkar, Akash Parab, Panchami Kumar

Institution: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Malaria Research and Control

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4412501248