Severe mononeuritis multiplex in eosinophilic granulomatous
polyangiitis: Case Report
Abstract
Background: This report describes a 48-year-old man who presented
with a month history of weakness and paraesthesia associated with severe
pain of all four limbs. Initially diagnosed and treated as GBS due to
the severity of his extremity weakness, later discovered to be EPGA
Objective: Mononeuritis multiplex should not be underestimated or
overlooked in the setting of diagnosing EGPA and requires prompt
treatment with biologics to limit the permanent consequences on
patient’s quality of life in regards to developing limb weakness and
pain. Conclusion: Although peripheral neuropathy and namely
mononeuritis multiplex is not the most common feature of EGPA, it is
important to consider it in order not to delay treatment with biologic
agents that as seen in our patient can both halt the progress of the
disease as well as give the patient a better quality of life.