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Aman motor axonal neuropathy following dengue fever: A rare post-infectious neurological Sequeale in a young adult

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a potentially life-threatening immune-mediated neuropathy that presents with ascending muscle weakness and areflexia. Among its subtypes, Acute Motor Axonal Neuropathy (AMAN) is characterized by pure motor involvement without sensory loss. While Campylobacter jejuni remains the classical antecedent infection, arboviral illnesses such as dengue are increasingly being implicated in triggering axonal variants of GBS. We present a rare case of AMAN in a 24-year-old male following recovery from dengue fever. Prompt administration of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) led to significant neurological recovery. This case of 24 year old male highlights the importance of recognizing post-dengue neurological complications and initiating early immunotherapy to mitigate morbidity.

Source: International Journal of Research in Medical Science

DOI: 10.33545/26648733.2025.v7.i2a.128

Authors: Hemant Gupta, Jatin Gupta, Deepak Raut, Sahil Kubal

Institution: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4412556831