|Poll|January 6, 2015

Yellow Cerebrospinal Fluid

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Key Takeaways

  • Status epilepticus in HIV-positive patients can result from opportunistic infections, neoplasms, or metabolic disturbances.
  • CSF analysis is crucial for identifying the underlying cause of neurological symptoms in HIV-positive individuals.
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This yellow CSF was drawn from an HIV-positive man who presented with status epilepticus. What is the most likely cause?

 

 

 

This CSF was drawn from a 26 year-old HIV-positive male who presented with status epilepticus.

What do you suspect is the cause?

A. Cryptococcal meningitis
B. HIV encephalitis
C. CNS lymphoma
D. Bacterial meningitis

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