Journal of Infection and Public Health (Jul 2023)

Recovery from Triple Infection with SARS-CoV-2, RSV and Influenza virus: A case report

  • Giacomo Guido,
  • Eleonora Lalle,
  • Silvia Mosti,
  • Paola Mencarini,
  • Daniele Lapa,
  • Raffaella Libertone,
  • Stefania Ianniello,
  • Giulio Maria Ricciuto,
  • Francesco Vaia,
  • Fabrizio Maggi,
  • Fabrizio Palmieri

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 16, no. 7
pp. 1045 – 1047

Abstract

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The overall probability of infection with RSV, influenza virus, or SARS-CoV-2 in the general population is assessed as high by the ECDC. A high level of respiratory virus circulation increases hospitalizations and places significant pressure on healthcare systems. Here we describe the case of a 52-year-old woman who recovered from pneumonia with a triple infection with SARS-CoV-2, RSV, and Influenza virus. We suggest searching for antigenic or molecular detection of VSR and influenza viruses, together with SARS-CoV-2, in patients with respiratory symptoms during this epidemic period, whereas all three viruses are present right now.

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