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, an emerging pathogen, poses diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, especially in immunocompromised patients. We report a case of meningitis in a young T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia patient, initially suspected to have Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) encephalitis. CSF analysis confirmed , leading to antifungal therapy with liposomal amphotericin B and flucytosine, resulting in clinical improvement. Elevated procalcitonin levels suggest a potential role in fungal infections. This case underscores the importance of early identification and appropriate treatment in meningitis.

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2025-10-15
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