Lemierre's syndrome is often an undiagnosed disease mostly in healthy young adults, presenting with symptoms of pharyngitis, fever and elevated markers of inflammation. Rapid diagnosis and treatment are necessary to avoid severe complications and mortality. This article discusses in brief about the causes, symptoms and available treatment for this forgotten syndrome.
Lemierre's syndrome is an uncommon complication of pharyngitis characterized by infectious thrombosis of the jugular vein due to infection with Fusobacterium necrophorum , a bacterium found in the stomach, large intestine, small intestine, colon, and throat, causing a variety of infectious complications. Symptoms As the disease progresses, additional symptoms may include: Coughing or pain while breathing Severe headaches Nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, or vomiting Pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints, such as…
