Myriad Presentations of Melioidosis in Sri Lanka: A Review

Thaabit Raziq, Tehreemah Raziq, Rushdan Firdous, Juraij Mohamed, Saumy Johnson, Zainab Ifthikar

Abstract: Melioidosis, caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei, is a tropical infectious disease with a wide range of clinical presentations. In Sri Lanka, the disease is increasingly diagnosed, with diabetes and agricultural practices being the most common risk factors. This review explores the diverse manifestations of melioidosis in Sri Lanka, categorizing them by organ systems. Additionally, it discusses diagnostic and therapeutic strategies specific to the region. This study aims to improve clinician awareness of melioidosis in tropical countries and enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes

Keywords: Melioidosis, Burkholderia pseudomallei, Sri Lanka, infectious diseases, tropical diseases