Wilson's Disease in a 17-Year-Old Male With Sickle Cell Trait: A Report of a Rare Case.
Cureus
; 15(12): e51200, 2023 Dec.
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ABSTRACT
This case report describes the atypical presentation of Wilson's disease in a 17-year-old male with sickle cell trait AS pattern. The patient initially presented with fever, generalized weakness, and joint pain, leading to an inconclusive diagnosis and unsuccessful initial treatment. A comprehensive re-evaluation revealed vitamin-A deficiency, adenoid hypertrophy, splenomegaly, and acalculous cholecystitis. Elevated copper levels in the 24-hour urine test confirmed the diagnosis of Wilson's disease. Treatment was modified to include amikacin, prednisolone, and Zinconia®, with analgesics for joint pain management. This case emphasizes the need for a thorough diagnostic approach and consideration of overlapping conditions in complex presentations, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
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Cureus
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2023
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