Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2025 Mar 12. doi: 10.1097/INF.0000000000004799. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
Mediterranean spotted fever has recently been reported in Iran, yet it continues to be overlooked by healthcare professionals in the country. This case report details a 19-month-old child who presented with fever, edema and skin rashes and was initially misdiagnosed. Subsequent testing revealed a Mediterranean spotted fever infection through IgG seroconversion. Treatment with doxycycline led to the child’s full recovery. Rickettsial infections pose a significant public health challenge, particularly in endemic areas, making early intervention essential to avoid severe complications.
PMID:40073389 | DOI:10.1097/INF.0000000000004799
