Medical Treatment for Diseased Area
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Which symptoms might a person with tuberculosis experience?

  • Fever and runny nose
  • General malaise, weight loss, and diarrhoea (correct)
  • Joint pain and dizziness
  • Weight gain and constipation
  • What clinical signs may be present in pulmonary TB?

  • Mass palpable in the right iliac fossa (correct)
  • Yellowing of the skin and difficulty breathing
  • Skin rash and sore throat
  • Swelling in the legs and blurred vision
  • Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of tuberculosis?

  • Headaches and fever (correct)
  • Weight loss
  • Diarrhoea
  • Coughing up blood
  • Where in the body might a mass be palpable in a person with tuberculosis?

    <p>In the right iliac fossa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a consequence of untreated pulmonary TB?

    <p>Lung scarring and difficulty breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action regarding the diseased area?

    <p>Consider medical treatment instead</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What intervention may be considered in severe cases?

    <p>Steroids or azathioprine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might steroids or azathioprine be used?

    <p>To reduce inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Immediate surgical removal is always best</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>At least 6 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Spread of infection to surrounding tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To prevent the spread of infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Psoas muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Urinary frequency and dysuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Urinary tract infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Appendicitis occurs near the ureter or bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>They are usually accompanied by fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Increased risk of perforation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Reduces motility</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Reduces nutrient absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Increased risk of bacterial overgrowth</p> 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?

    <p>Increased risk of small bowel obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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