A Case of Concurrent Mpox and Chlamydial Proctitis in a Patient With HIV.

Rand Ibrahim, Alexander Pressman, Kimani Hicks, Carolyn G Brooks, Chiara Bettale, Jessica Nave, Hernan Bello, Daniel Dressler
Author Information
  1. Rand Ibrahim: Department of Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine, Emory University, Atlanta, USA.
  2. Alexander Pressman: Department of Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, USA.
  3. Kimani Hicks: Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, USA.
  4. Carolyn G Brooks: Department of Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, USA.
  5. Chiara Bettale: Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, USA.
  6. Jessica Nave: Department of Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, USA.
  7. Hernan Bello: Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, USA.
  8. Daniel Dressler: Department of Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, USA.

Abstract

The monkeypox (mpox) outbreak that began in May 2022 spread globally with a wide range of presentations. Mpox proctitis has been recognized as one of the severe forms of the virus during this outbreak. We present the case of a 33-year-old male with well-controlled HIV engaging in receptive anal intercourse presented with profuse rectal bleeding, tenesmus, and anal pain in July 2022. His symptoms persisted despite treatment for his rectal chlamydia with doxycycline. Rectal imaging with computed tomography demonstrated impressive inflammation. Contrast-enhanced images highlighted rectal wall thickening and submucosal edema. Diffuse lymphadenopathy of the anorectal region was also clearly seen. He received symptomatic treatment with tecovirimat resulting in the resolution of his symptoms and complaints. Subsequent rectal imaging displayed improvement and decreased inflammation. A better understanding of various presentations, imaging characteristics, and management is necessary to curb further dissemination.

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