Case report and literature review reveals secondary hematophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in returning travelers with malaria, highlighting the need for prompt recognition to ensure survival.
Malaria‐associated secondary HLH, though rare, is often overlooked. Clinicians should maintain a high‐index of suspicion in travelers returning from malaria‐endemic regions who develop severe to rapidly worsening inflammatory illness, as early recognition is critical for survival.
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