[HIV-associated myopathy: a case report].

Authors

Soumah Cheick Ousmane, Barry Souleymane Djigué, Touré Mohamed Lamine, Diallo Mohamed Tafsir, Sall Alhassane, Doré Malé, Cissé Fodé Abass

Published in

The Pan African medical journal. Volume 53. Pages 161. Epub Apr 16, 2026.

Abstract

HIV-associated myopathy is a frequent neuromuscular complication characterised mainly by inflammatory or toxic muscle involvement, leading to proximal muscle weakness. We report the case of an HIV-positive patient presenting with myopathy confirmed by electromyography. The clinical presentation was marked by symmetrical proximal muscle weakness, asthenia, anorexia, weight loss, and anaemia. A muscle biopsy was not performed. This case highlights the importance of early clinical and electrophysiological recognition for proper management.

PMID:
42604373
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