Sphingomonas paucimobilis Meningitis in a Neonate First Case Report

Abstract

Neonatal meningitis caused by Sphingomonas paucimobilis, is an exceedingly rare occurrence, with only one documented case in the paediatric population as of 2019. Typically associated with nosocomial infections, we report a unique case of community-acquired S. paucimobilis meningitis in a neonate. A 25-day-old female neonate presented with poor feeding, lethargy, fever, and a maculopapular rash. A diagnostic workup revealed features suggestive of meningitis, with cerebrospinal fluid analysis confirming the presence of S. paucimobilis. The neonate responded positively to antibiotic therapy and recovered without complications.