Lung abscess from Staphylococcus aureus after varicella infection in a 3-month-old infant

Lung abscess from Staphylococcus aureus after varicella infection in a 3-month-old infant

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Varicella is a common, highly contagious viral infection of childhood.Varicella is a usually benign and self-limited hbl5266ca disease, but it can be complicated by severe bacterial infections, especially in immunocompromised hosts.In this study, we describe a previously healthy 3-months-old infant who was admitted with high fever, cough, and respiratory distress, who had a history of varicella infection three weeks before, with exposure from her adolescent, unvaccinated sister.A lung abscess caused by Staphylococcus aureus complicating the varicella el reformador tequila anejo infection was discovered.

The patient was aggressively treated with drainage of the abscess and intravenous antibiotics and had a good recovery.Keywords: Varicella, Lung abscess, Infant.