Hemoplasma Infection in HIV-positive Patient
Author Information
Author(s): Pires dos Santos Andrea, Pires dos Santos Rodrigo, Biondo Alexander W., Dora José M., Goldani Luciano Z., Tostes de Oliveira Simone, de Sá Guimarães Ana Maárcia, Timenetsky Jorge, Autran de Morais Helio, González Félix H.D., Messick Joanne B.
Primary Institution: Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Hypothesis
Hemoplasma infections may occur more frequently than recognized, especially in immunocompromised patients.
Conclusion
Hemoplasma infections can be associated with immunocompromised states, such as HIV, and may be underdiagnosed.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of night sweats, loss of appetite, and lymphadenomegaly.
- Blood cultures yielded no bacterial growth, indicating a specific infection.
- PCR tests confirmed the presence of Mycoplasma haemofelis and Bartonella spp. in the patient and his cats.
Takeaway
This study talks about a sick man with HIV who got an infection from a tiny germ that usually affects cats. It shows that people with weak immune systems can get these infections too.
Methodology
The patient's blood was tested for various infections using PCR, and DNA was extracted for analysis.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 34-year-old HIV-positive male patient.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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