CO-INFECTION OF FALCIPARUM MALARIA AND DENGUE FEVER: A CASE REPORT

Malaria and dengue fever are two major mosquito-borne infections that significantly impact public health in tropical regions. Furthermore, there are few rare co-infection cases of malaria and dengue due to the differing transmission dynamics, cases are increasingly observed in endemic areas. This report examines a rare case of Plasmodium falciparum malaria and dengue fever co-infection in an 8-year-old boy from Gabon. Clinical challenges included overlapping symptoms such as thrombocytopenia and systemic inflammation, complicating diagnosis and management. Prompt treatment with artesunate, antibiotics, and supportive care led to rapid recovery. This case underscores the importance of early detection, tailored therapeutic approaches, and improved diagnostic tools for managing co-infections, particularly in pediatric populations.