Brachial neuritis following infection with Epstein-Barr virus

A case of brachial neuritis after infection with Epstein-Barr virus in a 15-year-old girl is presented. A review of the literature contrasts the presenting features in children and adults. Diagnostic tests, treatment and prognosis are discussed.

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Published inEuropean journal of paediatric neurology Vol. 7; no. 6; pp. 413 - 415
Main Authors Janes, S.E.J, Whitehouse, W.P
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England Elsevier Ltd 01.01.2003
Subjects
Adolescent
Brachial neuritis
Brachial Plexus Neuritis - diagnosis
Brachial Plexus Neuritis - drug therapy
Diagnosis, Differential
Epstein-Barr virus
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Hydrocortisone - administration & dosage
Infectious Mononucleosis - diagnosis
Infectious Mononucleosis - drug therapy
Infusions, Intravenous
Muscle Weakness - diagnosis
Neurologic Examination
Recurrence
Scapula
Serratus anterior
Winged scapula
Serratus anterior
Epstein-Barr virus
Brachial neuritis
Winged scapula
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Summary:A case of brachial neuritis after infection with Epstein-Barr virus in a 15-year-old girl is presented. A review of the literature contrasts the presenting features in children and adults. Diagnostic tests, treatment and prognosis are discussed.
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ISSN:1090-3798
1532-2130
DOI:10.1016/j.ejpn.2003.08.006