Multidisciplinary Approach to a Case of Malaria, HIV, and Syphilis
Author Information
Author(s): García-Mendiola Rebeca Eunice, García-Lucas Maritza Micheli, Morales-Vázquez Jennifer, Cruz-Flores Raúl Adrián, Loyola-Cruz Miguel Ángel, Cruz-Cruz Clemente, Durán-Manuel Emilio Mariano, Vásquez-Jiménez Enzo, Castro-Escarpulli Graciela, Sánchez-Guzmán María de Jesús, Gutiérrez-Muñoz Victor Hugo, Cortés-Ortíz Iliana Alejandra, González-Ibarra Misael, Bravata-Alcántara Juan Carlos, Pineda-Migranas Jesús Alejandro, Plascencia-Nieto Estibeyesbo Said, Jiménez-Zamarripa Carlos Alberto, Gómez-Zamora Erika, Calzada-Mendoza Claudia Camelia, Bello-López Juan Manuel, Giacani Lorenzo
Primary Institution: Clínica Especializada Condesa Iztapalapa, Mexico City
Hypothesis
How can a multidisciplinary approach improve the diagnosis and management of a male migrant with malaria, HIV chronic infection, and latent syphilis?
Conclusion
The case highlights the complex health challenges faced by migrants with HIV, especially when they contract additional infections like malaria during migration.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient was diagnosed with HIV chronic infection, latent syphilis, and malaria by Plasmodium vivax.
- Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment were provided to the patient, highlighting the need for multidisciplinary care.
- The case emphasizes the health risks faced by migrants with chronic conditions and additional infections.
Takeaway
A man from Venezuela got sick with malaria, HIV, and syphilis while moving to the USA, showing how important it is to help migrants with health care.
Methodology
A comprehensive analysis of laboratory and molecular tests was performed to confirm HIV infection and diagnose malaria and syphilis.
Potential Biases
Potential underreporting of co-infections due to social stigma and late manifestation of syphilis.
Limitations
The follow-up of the case was limited, and the resolution of infections could not be confirmed due to lack of follow-up.
Participant Demographics
A 27-year-old male migrant from Venezuela.
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