ABSTRACT
Capnocytophaga canimorsus is a bacterium commonly found in the oral cavities of cats and dogs. Infections are particularly common in immunocompromised patients who have been exposed to bites or come in contact with saliva from these animals. The manifestations of infection include bacteremia, fever, and, rarely, meningitis. Diagnosis is challenging given the bacteria has slow growth on culture media. The organism is susceptible to beta-lactam antibiotics, with higher-generation cephalosporins recommended for treating meningitis. We present a case of a 74-year-old woman with altered mental status and no signs of immunosuppression. She was diagnosed with meningitis caused by Capnocytophaga, with an intriguing finding of pneumocephalus, which is a rare occurrence as per literature review.
ABSTRACT
Monkeypox and syphilis are two distinct infectious diseases that can cause severe health complications in infected patients and can share clinical manifestations, making their simultaneous occurrence challenging to diagnose and manage. Here, we present a case report of a patient with the coinfection of monkeypox and syphilis, highlighting the clinical presentation and treatment considerations. This case underlines the importance of considering coinfections in patients presenting with atypical clinical manifestations and risk factors. This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and prompt intervention in managing patients with infectious diseases, particularly when dealing with multiple infections. Increased awareness among healthcare professionals regarding the potential for concurrent infections can enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve patient care in similar challenging cases.