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Cases Reports • Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop. 49 (05) • Sep-Oct 2016 • https://doi.org/10.1590/0037-8682-0437-2015   copy

Human T-cell lymphotropic virus-1 infection: three infected generations in the same family

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Abstract

The human T-cell lymphotropic virus-1 (HTLV-1) affects worldwide population; the estimated number of currently infected individuals is 10-20 million. In this report, we describe the clinical findings of three family members with vertical transmission of HTLV-1. This case report highlights the importance of healthcare providers who have optimal knowledge about HTLV-1 including its transmission and pertinent attributes, and who are able to provide affected individuals with adequate information regarding their condition.

Keywords:
HTLV-1 infection; Infective dermatites; HTLV-1 associated myelopathy

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