Fever of unknown origin: Unravelling the mystery of Q fever and coccidioidomycosis coinfection – Case report

Abstract

In this case, we present a rare occurrence of a zoonotic infection, Q fever, coexisting with a fungal infection, coccidioidal meningitis. When patients present with ambiguous symptoms, it becomes challenging to attribute their presentation to a particular disorder or disease, especially when they test negative for common infectious etiologies. This case highlights both the importance of considering rare infections early on and the possibility that multiple infectious agents can coexist, simultaneously contributing to a patient’s illness.