Medical Treatment for Diseased Area

Which symptoms might a person with tuberculosis experience?

General malaise, weight loss, and diarrhoea

What clinical signs may be present in pulmonary TB?

Mass palpable in the right iliac fossa

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of tuberculosis?

Headaches and fever

Where in the body might a mass be palpable in a person with tuberculosis?

In the right iliac fossa Signup and view all the answers

What might be a consequence of untreated pulmonary TB?

Lung scarring and difficulty breathing Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action regarding the diseased area?

Consider medical treatment instead Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the recommended medical treatment?

Surgery Signup and view all the answers

What intervention may be considered in severe cases?

Steroids or azathioprine Signup and view all the answers

Why might steroids or azathioprine be used?

To reduce inflammation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common misconception about treating the diseased area?

Immediate surgical removal is always best Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for abscess cavities described in the text?

Administering high doses of penicillin for at least 6 weeks Signup and view all the answers

How long should penicillin be administered for treating abscess cavities according to the text?

At least 6 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible complication if abscess cavities are not drained as recommended in the text?

Spread of infection to surrounding tissues Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to drain multiple abscess cavities as described in the text?

To prevent the spread of infection Signup and view all the answers

In what muscle can abscess cavities extend into, as mentioned in the text?

Psoas muscle Signup and view all the answers

What symptoms can be misleading and are caused by appendicitis occurring near the ureter or bladder?

Urinary frequency and dysuria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions can be confused with appendicitis due to similar symptoms?

Urinary tract infection Signup and view all the answers

Why can urinary frequency and dysuria be particularly misleading in cases of appendicitis?

Appendicitis occurs near the ureter or bladder Signup and view all the answers

What role does the location of appendicitis play in causing urinary symptoms?

The location near the ureter or bladder can irritate these structures Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the urinary symptoms caused by appendicitis near the ureter or bladder from typical urinary issues?

They are usually accompanied by fever Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of a small bowel stricture causing relative stasis of the contents?

Increased risk of perforation Signup and view all the answers

How does relative stasis of contents in the small bowel affect motility?

Reduces motility Signup and view all the answers

How does relative stasis of contents in the small bowel impact nutrient absorption?

Reduces nutrient absorption Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a likely consequence of a small bowel stricture impeding the flow of contents?

Increased risk of bacterial overgrowth Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication that can arise due to a small bowel stricture and relative stasis of contents?

Increased risk of small bowel obstruction Signup and view all the answers