Microfilaria: A Silent Accomplice in a Patient of Dengue Fever

Abstract

Vector-borne diseases impose a substantial burden on healthcare facilities, with an escalating number of cases involving co-infections with filarial diseases. The co-infection of dengue and filarial diseases presents a complex clinical scenario that requires careful consideration and management. We present a case of a 35-year-old male initially diagnosed with dengue who presented with subsequent identification of microfilariae in peripheral blood film. This unexpected finding underscores the importance of thorough investigation and consideration of co-infections, particularly in regions where both diseases are endemic.