14th September 2020

A 40-year-old male presents with a 2-month history of lethargy and a reticular rash

A 40-year-old male presents with a 2-month history of lethargy and a reticular rash on his shin. He underwent some investigations which showed raised inflammatory markers. He was subsequently diagnosed with polyarteritis nodosa.

Which of the following infections is most strongly associated with polyarteritis nodosa?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.