Jaundice in a Returning Traveler—A Rare Manifestation of Mycoplasma pneumoniae Infection: Case Report
This case underscores the need for emergency physicians to recognize M pneumoniae-induced hemolysis during periods of increased incidence and seasonal activity. Early diagnosis, targeted testing, and awareness of macrolide resistance are critical for timely intervention and improved outcomes.
Authors
- Andrea Molin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8723-1968)
- M E Crowe
- Bruce H. Matt (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9421-1746)
- J. Hughlings Jackson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-2148-4317)
Institutions
- Temple University (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency Medicine
- Published
- 2025-08-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5811/cpcem.47139
- Primary Topic
- Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00