Recovery from Triple Infection with SARS-CoV-2, RSV and Influenza virus: A case report

J Infect Public Health. 2023 Jul;16(7):1045-1047. doi: 10.1016/j.jiph.2023.05.001. Epub 2023 May 4.

Abstract

The overall probability of infection with RSV, influenza virus, or SARS-CoV-2 in the general population is assessed as high by the ECDC. A high level of respiratory virus circulation increases hospitalizations and places significant pressure on healthcare systems. Here we describe the case of a 52-year-old woman who recovered from pneumonia with a triple infection with SARS-CoV-2, RSV, and Influenza virus. We suggest searching for antigenic or molecular detection of VSR and influenza viruses, together with SARS-CoV-2, in patients with respiratory symptoms during this epidemic period, whereas all three viruses are present right now.

Keywords: Influenza virus; RSV; SARS-CoV-2; Triple infection.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19*
  • Epidemics*
  • Female
  • Hospitalization
  • Humans
  • Influenza, Human* / diagnosis
  • Middle Aged
  • Orthomyxoviridae*
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections* / diagnosis
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Human*
  • SARS-CoV-2