# Acute hepatitis a complicated by rhabdomyolysis in a young adult: a diagnostic challenge

## TL;DR

A young woman developed rare muscle damage as a complication of hepatitis A, emphasizing the need for careful diagnosis.

## Contribution

This case report highlights rhabdomyolysis as an extremely rare complication of acute hepatitis A.

## Key findings

- A 33-year-old Libyan female developed rhabdomyolysis due to acute hepatitis A.
- The patient recovered fully with timely conservative management.
- Early recognition of atypical hepatitis A presentations is crucial to prevent complications.

## Abstract

Hepatitis A is typically a self-limiting viral infection of the liver. Patients with hepatitis A may exhibit a wide range of clinical manifestations, from asymptomatic infection to fulminant liver failure. However, extra-hepatic manifestations such as rhabdomyolysis are exceedingly rare and, if unrecognized, may lead to delayed or missed diagnosis. We present the case of a 33-year-old Libyan female who developed rhabdomyolysis as a rare extra-hepatic complication of acute hepatitis A infection. The patient made a full recovery with timely conservative management. This case highlights the importance of maintaining clinical vigilance for atypical presentations of hepatitis A, as early recognition and supportive care are essential to prevent serious complications.