Silent Threat: Multi-Organ Failure in Neonatal Scrub Typhus Without Traditional Markers.

Scrub typhus, an acute zoonotic disease from Orientia tsutsugamushi, is uncommon in newborns and presents atypical symptoms. Untimely diagnosis and treatment can lead to a prolonged and potentially fatal course. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for better patient outcomes. Metagenomic next-generation sequencing can rapidly and accurately diagnose pathogens, aiding precise treatment.