30th September 2021

A 31-year-old female presents to the emergency department with a 2-day history of fever

A 31-year-old female presents to the emergency department with a 2-day history of fever, nausea, and myalgia. There is no past medical or family history. She had returned from holiday to India three days previously. No abnormalities are detected on examination. Following measurement of her blood pressure, many petechiae are observed underneath the cuff site.

Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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