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To highlight the occurrence of HHV-6 encephalitis in an immunocompetent adult and emphasize the role of PCR testing.

C50-37 Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) Encephalitis in an Immunocompetent Adult: A Case Report

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To highlight the occurrence of HHV-6 encephalitis in an immunocompetent adult and emphasize the role of PCR testing.
Case report of a 65-year-old male with encephalitis symptoms.
Diagnostic evaluation included lumbar puncture and PCR testing for HHV-6.
Treatment involved intravenous ganciclovir and anticonvulsants.
PCR testing confirmed high viral load of HHV-6 in CSF.
Significant improvement was observed after one week of antiviral therapy.
Follow-up serology showed elevated HHV-6 IgG titers.

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Case report reveals HHV-6 encephalitis in an immunocompetent adult, suggesting need for awareness and PCR testing.

Cheema et al. (2026) studied this question.

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