Atypical Avian Influenza (H5N1)

Atypical Avian Influenza (H5N1)

We report the first case of avian influenza in a patient with fever and diarrhea but no respiratory symptoms. Avian influenza should be included in the differential diagnosis for patients with predominantly gastrointestinal symptoms, particularly if they have a history of exposure to poultry.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Anucha Apisarnthanarak, Rungrueng Kitphati, Kanokporn Thongphubeth, Prisana Patoomanunt, Pimjai Anthanont, Wattana Auwanit, Pranee Thawatsupha, Malinee Chittaganpitch, Siriphan Saeng-Aroon, Sunthareeya Waicharoen, Piyaporn Apisarnthanarak, Gregory A. Storch, Linda M. Mundy, Victoria J. Fraser
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2004-07-01
Series:Emerging Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
Avian influenza
influenza
H5N1
healthcare workers
unusual presentation
Thailand
Online Access:https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/10/7/04-0415_article

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https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/10/7/04-0415_article

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