Obtaining a comprehensive history of illness is a fundamental aspect of our medical
training. In this regard, eliciting a full social history, including recent travel,
is often vital in correct diagnosis. In this case, we highlight the importance of
obtaining a detailed travel history.
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Published online: March 11, 2019
Thomas J. Marrie, MD, Section EditorFootnotes
Funding: None.
Conflicts of Interest: None.
Authorship: All authors had access to the data and a role in writing the manuscript.
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