A Unique Presentation of Bacterial Group G Streptococcus Myopericarditis

Abstract

Perimyocarditis and myopericarditis are inflammatory conditions of the pericardium and myocardium, often of idiopathic or infectious etiology, with viral infections being the most common. Nonrheumatic streptococcal myopericarditis (NSM) is a rare condition that can mimic acute myocardial infarction. This case report presents a 22-year-old male with no prior medical history who developed NSM following a streptococcal pharyngitis infection. The patient presented with pleuritic chest pain, tightness, and decreased exercise tolerance. Laboratory studies revealed elevated troponin levels and positive Streptococcus G antigen. Treatment included ampicillin-sulbactam, colchicine, ibuprofen, and dexamethasone. The patient’s symptoms resolved, and he was discharged with amoxicillin-clavulanate, colchicine, and ibuprofen.