Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCM viral infection).

Family history

  • What is the current health status of your family members?

Social history

  • Do you keep house mice, hamsters or other rodents?

Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • Have you noticed any symptoms of an influenza-like infection?
  • Do you have hair loss?
  • Have you noticed swelling of the parotid glands and/or testicles?
  • Do you have bruising easily?
  • Do you feel tired and weary?
  • Have you noticed any disturbances in consciousness?*
  • What other symptoms did you notice?
  • How long have these symptoms existed?

Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis

Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis

  • Pre-existing conditions (infections)
  • Operations
  • Allergies
  • Medication history

* If this question has been answered with “Yes”, an immediate visit to the doctor is required! (Information without guarantee)