Drug-induced aseptic meningitis. Diagnosis leads to quick resolution.
Drug-induced aseptic meningitis is a syndrome that should be considered in the differential diagnosis of acute and recurrent aseptic meningitis. It has been observed in all age-groups and can occur following the use of a wide spectrum of pharmaceutical agents. Presumptive diagnosis is made by demonstrating the resolution of symptoms after drug withdrawal, and definitive diagnosis is made by conducting a drug rechallenge. Fortunately, the syndrome is usually benign and resolves quickly following drug cessation.
Chaudhry
H J
HJ
Infectious Disease Division, Winthrop-University Hospital, Mineola, NY 11501.
Cunha
B A
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D000818:Animals; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D008582:Meningitis, Aseptic / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis*