Stillbirth linked to co-infections of dengue fever, Epstein-Barr virus and human herpesvirus-6

Co-infections, particularly with DNA viruses, are not commonly reported with dengue fever. This case report explores the clinical course of a pregnant woman initially diagnosed with dengue fever following the onset of continued fever and thrombocytopaenia. Despite efforts to manage her deteriorating health, the patient experienced a stillbirth. Further investigations revealed co-infection with Epstein-Barr virus and human herpesvirus-6. This case underscores the complexity and risk associated with the co-infections in pregnancy and highlights the need for comprehensive diagnostic strategies.

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BMJ Case Reports
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2025-04-01
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https://doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2024-263660
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Mosquito-borne diseases and control
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Stillbirth linked to co-infections of dengue fever, Epstein-Barr virus and human herpesvirus-6

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Stillbirth linked to co-infections of dengue fever, Epstein-Barr virus and human herpesvirus-6

Vidya Gaikwad, Chandrashekhar G. Raut, Hemant G. Deshpande, Saptesh Mohan Wagh
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Abstract

Co-infections, particularly with DNA viruses, are not commonly reported with dengue fever. This case report explores the clinical course of a pregnant woman initially diagnosed with dengue fever following the onset of continued fever and thrombocytopaenia. Despite efforts to manage her deteriorating health, the patient experienced a stillbirth. Further investigations revealed co-infection with Epstein-Barr virus and human herpesvirus-6. This case underscores the complexity and risk associated with the co-infections in pregnancy and highlights the need for comprehensive diagnostic strategies.

BMJ Case ReportsVol. 18(4)
Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre (IN), Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune (IN)
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Mosquito-borne diseases and control
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