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What is the most likely diagnosis for the 21-year-old female presenting with double vision, trouble swallowing, urinary retention and abdominal pain?

  • Lyme Disease
  • Cholera
  • Tetanus
  • Botulism (correct)

    • What is the most likely diagnosis for the 32-year-old woman presenting with fever and a 'poppy seed' under her fingernail that burst with blood?

  • Chlamydia
  • Syphilis
  • Lyme Disease (correct)
  • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

    • What is the most likely diagnosis for the 45-year-old male presenting with a painless lesion on his genitals that has been there for about three weeks?

  • Gonorrhea
  • Chlamydia
  • Syphilis (correct)
  • Bartonella

    • What is the most likely diagnosis for the 6-year-old male with intermittent fevers, fatigue, migratory joint pain, weight loss, a new systolic murmur with a thrill at the mitral area, and painless nodules over his ankles and elbows?

    <p>Acute Rheumatic Fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 13-year-old female in Syria at risk for, given her multiple episodes of watery diarrhea that looks like 'rice water' and signs of dehydration?

    <p>Cholera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?

    <p>Gram-positive bacteria have a thicker peptidoglycan layer in their cell wall than Gram-negative bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common nosocomial infection?

    <p>Lyme disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diseases is caused by a spirochete?

    <p>Lyme disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Mycobacterium marinum?

    <p>Diagnosis typically relies on microscopic examination of infected tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mode of transmission for Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC)?

    <p>Ingestion of contaminated food or water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common clinical presentation of Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection?

    <p>Unilateral, firm, and fluctuant lymphadenitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical incubation period for a primary Mycobacterium marinum lesion?

    <p>2-8 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following antibiotics is commonly used in the treatment of Mycobacterium marinum infection?

    <p>Clarithromycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following laboratory findings is typically elevated in patients with Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection?

    <p>Alkaline phosphatase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical PPD (purified protein derivative) test result in patients with active Mycobacterium marinum infection?

    <p>Greater than 10mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection?

    <p>Immunocompromised state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical incubation period for Campylobacteriosis?

    <p>3 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of bacterial enteritis in the United States?

    <p>Campylobacter jejuni</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following clinical features is NOT associated with Shigellosis?

    <p>Periumbilical pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a reportable disease?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential source of Shigellosis?

    <p>Raw vegetables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic shape of Campylobacter jejuni under a microscope?

    <p>S-shaped or comma-shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of Campylobacteriosis?

    <p>Fever and headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential treatment for severe Campylobacteriosis?

    <p>Azithromycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the most common contributing factors to the spread of Shigellosis?

    <p>Contact with contaminated objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible way to diagnose Shigellosis?

    <p>Stool Culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color do Gram negative bacteria appear when subjected to Gram staining?

    <p>Pink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following bacteria is NOT classified as Gram negative?

    <p>Staphylococcus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic distinguishes Gram positive bacteria from Gram negative bacteria?

    <p>Thick cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bacteria can survive in both the presence and absence of oxygen?

    <p>Facultative anaerobic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organism is an example of a Gram positive bacterium?

    <p>Strep pneumoniae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria can only survive in the absence of oxygen?

    <p>Anaerobic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding Clostridium botulinum?

    <p>It is a Gram positive bacterium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the cell wall composition of Gram negative bacteria?

    <p>It is thin and single-layered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary clinical presentation of Tetanus?

    <p>Neurotoxin-induced paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of Typhoid Fever?

    <p>Pea-soup diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the causative organism of Trench Fever?

    <p>Bartonella quintana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical treatment regimen for a moderate case of a Bartonella infection?

    <p>Bactrim for 10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vaccine is recommended for active immunization against Tetanus?

    <p>Td with a booster every 10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What laboratory tests are typically used to diagnose Typhoid Fever?

    <p>Stool and blood cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which population is Typhoid Fever most commonly seen?

    <p>Children and young adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of immunity is provided with TIG (Tetanus Immunoglobulin)?

    <p>Passive immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organism is primarily responsible for nontyphoidal salmonellosis?

    <p>Salmonella bongori</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incubation period for nontyphoidal Salmonella infections?

    <p>8-72 Hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common clinical manifestation of nontyphoidal Salmonella infection?

    <p>Bloody diarrhea with vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method for diagnosing nontyphoidal salmonellosis?

    <p>Stool culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treatment is recommended for severe cases of nontyphoidal Salmonella infection?

    <p>Fluoroquinolones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common source that can transmit nontyphoidal Salmonella?

    <p>Undercooked or raw poultry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What increases the risk of bacteremia associated with salmonellosis?

    <p>Chronic liver disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of infections can result from bacteremia caused by nontyphoidal Salmonella?

    <p>Localized infections in multiple organ systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who may require lifelong suppressive therapy after developing salmonellosis?

    <p>Individuals with HIV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diseases is not associated with novel influenza A virus infections?

    <p>Syphilis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Infectious Disease Overview

    • Infectious diseases are conditions caused by pathogens like bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites.
    • Nosocomial infections, also referred to as hospital-acquired infections, are infections that occur in patients during their stay in a healthcare facility, such as a hospital or nursing home..
    • Infectious disease presentations vary but are typically characterized by signs, symptoms, workup, and treatment.
    • Prevention measures include vaccination and hygiene practices.

    Objectives of Presentation

    • List and describe common nosocomial infections, including their presentation, natural history, treatment, and prevention.
    • Describe symptoms, signs, workup, and treatment for various infectious diseases.

    Specific Infectious Diseases (Bacterial)

    • Bacterial Diseases:

      • Acute rheumatic fever
      • Bartonella
      • Botulism
      • Campylobacter jejuni
      • Chlamydia
      • Cholera
      • Diphtheria
      • Gonococcal infections
      • MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)
      • Salmonellosis
      • Shigellosis
      • Tetanus

    • Mycobacterial Diseases:

      • Atypical mycobacterial disease

    • Spirochetal Diseases:

      • Lyme disease
      • Rocky Mountain spotted fever
      • Syphilis

    Case Studies

    • Case 1: 21-year-old female presenting with double vision, difficulty swallowing, urinary retention, and abdominal pain. Her partner reports she is otherwise healthy and has been canning green beans.
    • Case 2: 32-year-old woman experiencing fever, a lesion behind her knee, and a "poppy seed" sized blood blister following scratching.
    • Case 3: 45-year-old male with a painless lesion on his genitals present for three weeks.
    • Case 4: 6-year-old male experiencing intermittent fever, fatigue, migratory joint pain, weight loss, systolic murmur with a thrill in mitral area radiating to axilla; left knee mildly swollen and warm, and painless nodules over ankles and elbows.
    • Case 5: 13-year-old female presenting with multiple episodes of watery diarrhea resembling rice water and severe dehydration in Syria.

    Bacterial Classification

    • Gram-positive bacteria: Have a thick cell wall, appearing purple in Gram stain. Examples include Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Enterococcus.

    • Gram-negative bacteria: Have a thin cell wall, appearing pink in Gram stain. Examples include E. coli, Pseudomonas, Haemophilus influenzae, and Proteus.

    • Aerobic bacteria: Require oxygen for growth. Examples include Bacillus, species of Mycobacterium and species of Pseudomonas.

    • Anaerobic bacteria: Do not require oxygen for growth. Examples include species of Clostridium.

    • Facultative anaerobes: Can grow with or without oxygen.

    Mycoplasma, Rickettsia and Chlamydia

    • Mycoplasma: Small organism, frequently causing atypical pneumonia and tuberculosis.
    • Rickettsia: Obligate intracellular bacteria, often transmitted by ticks or fleas. Major examples include Rickettsia rickettsii (Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever).
    • Chlamydia: Intracellular bacteria, frequently implicated in sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) like Chlamydia trachomatis.

    Antibiotic Mechanisms of Action (MOA)

    • Antibiotics target various bacterial processes like cell wall synthesis, folic acid metabolism, protein synthesis, and cytoplasmic membrane structure.

    Types of Antibiotics

    • Several different classes of antibiotics function by inhibiting bacterial processes. Examples include ß-Lactams, Aminoglycosides, Glycopeptides, Ansamycins, Quinolones, and Streptogramins.

    Mycobacterium Marinum

    • Pathophysiology: Causes nodular lymphangitis.
    • Exposure Risks: Fresh and saltwater exposure, often with fish handlers or swimmers in lakes or oceans.
    • Signs and Symptoms: Primary lesions (2-8-week incubation) of erythematous papules evolving into nodules spreading up the lymph chain which may ulcerate or form abscesses.
    • Diagnosis: Organisms detected with microscope and culture of biopsied tissue specimens. PPD test can be used.
    • Treatment: Warm compresses to lesions and antibiotics like Clarithromycin and Rifampin for 2-3 months.

    Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC)

    • Epidemiology: Commonly found in environments, but transmission occurs mostly when CD4 count is <50. Often a significant infection in patients with AIDS.
    • Signs and Symptoms: Fever, fatigue, night sweats, wasting, gastrointestinal upset, unilateral firm fluctuant lymphadenitis.
    • Management/Diagnosis: Laboratory testing for diagnosis, including blood cultures and lymph node biopsies; pulmonary symptoms would lead to chest x-rays and sputum analysis. Treatment includes prophylaxis for individuals with HIV and CD4 count <50 with Azithromycin and management with Clarithromycin + rifampin + ethambutol for a year.

    Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

    • Etiology: Caused by Rickettsia rickettsii.
    • Epidemiology: 6,000 cases annually in the U.S., mostly fatal.
    • Where does it occur: 60% of cases primarily in North Carolina, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Missouri.
    • Pathophysiology: Tick bite transmission (within 2 hours). Spread through the circulatory system and lymphatic system; infects endothelial cells and smooth muscle cells.
    • Signs and Symptoms: Fever, flu-like illness, headache, erythematous/macular rash that transforms into petechiae, nausea/vomiting/abdominal pain.
    • Diagnosis: Clinical findings, biopsy if needed. Lab results often include thrombocytopenia.
    • Treatment: Empiric treatment (within 5 days) with doxycycline 100mg PO/IV BID for 7 days, continuing treatment for 3 days after defervescence.

    Lyme Disease

    • Etiology: Caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, spread by Ixodes scapularis ticks (“deer ticks”).
    • Epidemiology: High case numbers, especially in the Eastern and Midwestern US.
    • Pathophysiology: Tick bite transmission is the route. Early symptoms often start with a skin lesion.
    • Signs and Symptoms: Early localized presentation may feature an erythema migrans skin rash (sometimes described as bulls-eye appearance). Early disseminated symptoms may include neurologic symptoms like Bell’s palsy and carditis. Late Lyme can include arthritis, often in the knee joint.
    • Diagnosis: Clinical findings along with a skin lesion. ELISA and Western Blot tests may need to be run.
    • Treatment: Doxycycline is the primary oral treatment. If severe or with associated meningitis or cardiac complications, alternative parenteral options are available

    Syphilis (Treponema Pallidum)

    • Etiology: Caused by Treponema pallidum, transmitted through mucous membrane or broken skin contact.
    • Epidemiology: Resurgence in prevalence since HIV epidemic. Over 207,000 confirmed US cases in 2022.
    • Signs and Symptoms: Primary: a painless ulcer (chancre). Secondary: maculopapular skin rash, lymphadenopathy. Latent: Asymptomatic period. Tertiary: Cardiac, neurologic, eye/skin complications.
    • Diagnosis: Darkfield microscopy, nontreponemal tests (VDRL), and treponemal tests (TP-PA).
    • Treatment: Benzathine penicillin G IM for a single dose.

    Other Reportable Diseases

    • Diphtheria:-Etiology: Corynebacterium diphtheriae-Signs/Symptoms: Sore throat, dysphagia, low-grade fever, malaise, tachycardia, gray-white pseudomembrane on pharynx, "bullneck." -Diagnosis: Throat culture, nasal swab looking for Corynebacterium organisms.

    • Bartonella:-Etiology: Gram-negative rod, obligate anaerobe. -Associated illness: Cat-scratch disease, trench fever.

    • Campylobacter Enteritis:-Etiology: Campylobacter jejuni

      • Signs/Symptoms: Inflammatory diarrhea, cramping periumbilical pain. -Diagnosis: Stool culture, testing for gram negative, comma-shaped bacteria or PCR.

    • Cholera:-Etiology: Vibrio cholerae-Signs/Symptoms: Copious watery diarrhea, "rice water" stools, dehydration. -Diagnosis: Stool culture for gram-negative, comma-shaped bacteria or PCR.

    • Clostridiodes Difficile:-Etiology: Clostridiodes difficile-Associated conditions: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, colitis. -Risk factors: Older patients, immunocompromised, recent antibiotic use. -Signs/Symptoms: Diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, (frequent stools with blood or pus). Can become severe with toxic megacolon.

    • Acute Rheumatic Fever:Pathophysiology: Autoimmune reaction subsequent to untreated strep pharyngeal infection.

    • Clinical features: Arthritis, carditis, subcutaneous nodules, erythema marginitum, Sydenham's chorea (late finding, 8 months after initial infection).

    • Treatment: Aspirin, corticosteroids, treatment for underlying strep infection (penicillin).

    • Other diseases listed in the slides were presented in a summary format. A more detailed analysis should include symptoms, treatment, risk factors, diagnosis, etc.

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