Postviral Depression

J Psychiatr Pract. 2021 Mar 5;27(2):126-130. doi: 10.1097/PRA.0000000000000508.

Abstract

A previously healthy 68-year-old man rapidly developed a severe melancholic depression following influenza infection. There is an evolving understanding of the complex and possibly bidirectional relationship between depression and inflammation. We review the literature concerning this relationship in the context of viral infection and discuss possible implications for treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Depression / etiology*
  • Depressive Disorder / etiology
  • Humans
  • Inflammation / complications
  • Inflammation / psychology*
  • Influenza, Human / complications
  • Influenza, Human / psychology*
  • Male