The Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction in leptospirosis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Three patients with leptospirosis whose condition worsened after initiation of antibiotic therapy are reported. Their clinical deterioration appeared to be due to the development of the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction rather than to progression of their underlying infection. Relevant aspects of the management of patients with leptospirosis are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Anti-Bacterial Agents
- Fever
- Hypotension
- Leptospirosis