Quadruple Co-Infections due to Leptospira, Dengue, Hepatitis E & Round Worm: A Window to Urban Insanitary

Aparna Patange, Sumit Chaudhari, B Kiran Babu, Bhavik Shah

Abstract: Co-infection in a immune competent host is rare. Leptospirosis, Dengue, Hepatitis E and Ascariasis are diseases commonly transmitted in locales with poor hygiene and sanitation and overcrowding. Not too many cases of quadruple co-infection in an immune competent host have been reported. We report a case of mixed infection due to leptospira, dengue, hepatitis E and Ascariasis. Like clinical presentation and simultaneous transmission of these diseases, especially during the monsoon often leads to a dilemma in diagnosis. Early detection of the disease by appropriate laboratory tests and timely institution of therapy is pivotal and life saving.

Keywords: Co-infection, Leptospira, Dengue, Hepatitis E, Round worm

How to Cite?: Bhavik Shah, "Quadruple Co-Infections due to Leptospira, Dengue, Hepatitis E & Round Worm: A Window to Urban Insanitary", Volume 4 Issue 11, November 2015, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 975-977, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=NOV151282, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/NOV151282