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What is the underlying pathophysiology thought to be responsible for Sydenham chorea?
What is the underlying pathophysiology thought to be responsible for Sydenham chorea?
- Accumulation of pus in the cerebrospinal fluid
- Cross-reactivity of antineuronal antibodies with areas in the basal ganglia (correct)
- Direct infection of the basal ganglia by Streptococcus bacteria
- Degeneration of the cerebellum due to bacterial toxins
Which type of Streptococcus is commonly associated with Acute Streptococcal Pharyngotonsillitis?
Which type of Streptococcus is commonly associated with Acute Streptococcal Pharyngotonsillitis?
- Non-hemolytic Streptococcus
- Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus Group B (GBS)
- Alpha-hemolytic Streptococcus
- Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus Group A (GABHS) (correct)
Which of the following is a common symptom of peritonsillar abscess?
Which of the following is a common symptom of peritonsillar abscess?
- Excessive salivation
- Clear nasal discharge
- Muffled voice (correct)
- Increased appetite
What type of muscles are typically inflamed in peritonsillar abscess leading to trismus?
What type of muscles are typically inflamed in peritonsillar abscess leading to trismus?
In which anatomical space do peritonsillar abscesses typically occur?
In which anatomical space do peritonsillar abscesses typically occur?
Which bacterial genus was increased in patients with Allergic Rhinitis?
Which bacterial genus was increased in patients with Allergic Rhinitis?
Which phylum showed significant differences between patients with AR and healthy controls?
Which phylum showed significant differences between patients with AR and healthy controls?
What are common physical signs observed in patients with Allergic Rhinitis?
What are common physical signs observed in patients with Allergic Rhinitis?
Which bacterial genera were associated with nasal symptoms in AR patients?
Which bacterial genera were associated with nasal symptoms in AR patients?
What is a characteristic symptom of Allergic Rhinitis according to the text?
What is a characteristic symptom of Allergic Rhinitis according to the text?
Which examination method is considered valuable for evaluating eustachian tube dysfunction?
Which examination method is considered valuable for evaluating eustachian tube dysfunction?
What anatomical and functional changes with age can lead to the formation of polyps?
What anatomical and functional changes with age can lead to the formation of polyps?
What is a key clinical feature of nasal polyposis mentioned in the text?
What is a key clinical feature of nasal polyposis mentioned in the text?
What diagnostic procedure can reveal polyps and other benign tumors in the nasal cavity?
What diagnostic procedure can reveal polyps and other benign tumors in the nasal cavity?
How does impaired mucociliary clearance contribute to nasal polyp formation?
How does impaired mucociliary clearance contribute to nasal polyp formation?
What is the role of epithelial basement membrane permeability distortion in nasal polyp development?
What is the role of epithelial basement membrane permeability distortion in nasal polyp development?
How are minor deviations of the nasal septum typically regarded?
How are minor deviations of the nasal septum typically regarded?
What is the association between exposure to wood particles and chronic cigarette smoke with regard to ciliary movements in the nose?
What is the association between exposure to wood particles and chronic cigarette smoke with regard to ciliary movements in the nose?
Which form of nonallergic rhinitis is most commonly observed clinically?
Which form of nonallergic rhinitis is most commonly observed clinically?
What dysregulation may be associated with the cause of vasomotor rhinitis?
What dysregulation may be associated with the cause of vasomotor rhinitis?
Which neurotransmitter is predominantly responsible for mucus secretion and rhinorrhea?
Which neurotransmitter is predominantly responsible for mucus secretion and rhinorrhea?
How is the management of vascular tone in nasal mucosa vessels and secretion modulation initiated?
How is the management of vascular tone in nasal mucosa vessels and secretion modulation initiated?
What happens to the submucosal nasal glands in nonallergic rhinitis vasomotor rhinitis due to an imbalance among mediators?
What happens to the submucosal nasal glands in nonallergic rhinitis vasomotor rhinitis due to an imbalance among mediators?
Which clinical feature helps differentiate acute exacerbation of airway obstruction from supraglottitis?
Which clinical feature helps differentiate acute exacerbation of airway obstruction from supraglottitis?
Why is endoscopy necessary to confirm the diagnosis of acute exacerbation of airway obstruction?
Why is endoscopy necessary to confirm the diagnosis of acute exacerbation of airway obstruction?
What feature may partially obstruct the tracheal lumen in acute exacerbation of airway obstruction?
What feature may partially obstruct the tracheal lumen in acute exacerbation of airway obstruction?
In the context of acute exacerbation of airway obstruction, what is one reason plain-film x-rays may be insufficient for diagnosis?
In the context of acute exacerbation of airway obstruction, what is one reason plain-film x-rays may be insufficient for diagnosis?
What distinguishes the clinical features of allergic rhinitis from acute exacerbation of airway obstruction as described in the text?
What distinguishes the clinical features of allergic rhinitis from acute exacerbation of airway obstruction as described in the text?
How do the clinical features of acute exacerbation of airway obstruction differ from those of a common cold?
How do the clinical features of acute exacerbation of airway obstruction differ from those of a common cold?
What is the underlying pathophysiology thought to exist in Sydenham chorea?
What is the underlying pathophysiology thought to exist in Sydenham chorea?
What is a common characteristic symptom of peritonsillar abscesses?
What is a common characteristic symptom of peritonsillar abscesses?
Which bacterial genus is NOT commonly associated with peritonsillar abscesses?
Which bacterial genus is NOT commonly associated with peritonsillar abscesses?
What is the most likely consequence of inflammation of the pterygoid muscles in peritonsillar abscesses?
What is the most likely consequence of inflammation of the pterygoid muscles in peritonsillar abscesses?
Which anatomical space is commonly affected by retropharyngeal abscesses?
Which anatomical space is commonly affected by retropharyngeal abscesses?
What is a potential space where parapharyngeal space abscesses can develop?
What is a potential space where parapharyngeal space abscesses can develop?
Which muscle is typically inflamed in parapharyngeal abscesses, leading to trismus?
Which muscle is typically inflamed in parapharyngeal abscesses, leading to trismus?
What common symptom may indicate a retropharyngeal abscess infection?
What common symptom may indicate a retropharyngeal abscess infection?
Which Streptococcus genera are commonly associated with non-Group A streptococcal pharyngitis?
Which Streptococcus genera are commonly associated with non-Group A streptococcal pharyngitis?
What is a characteristic symptom of diphtheria affecting the pharynx?
What is a characteristic symptom of diphtheria affecting the pharynx?
What clinical feature may differentiate retropharyngeal abscess from parapharyngeal abscess?
What clinical feature may differentiate retropharyngeal abscess from parapharyngeal abscess?
What is a common suppurative complication associated with recurrent tonsillitis?
What is a common suppurative complication associated with recurrent tonsillitis?
Which condition is characterized by white cottage cheese-like plaques on the pharyngeal mucosa?
Which condition is characterized by white cottage cheese-like plaques on the pharyngeal mucosa?
Which type of bacterial infection is most commonly associated with chronic tonsillitis?
Which type of bacterial infection is most commonly associated with chronic tonsillitis?
What type of abscess is more likely to involve the parapharyngeal space?
What type of abscess is more likely to involve the parapharyngeal space?
Which condition is often a result of an overgrowth of Candida albicans in the oropharynx?
Which condition is often a result of an overgrowth of Candida albicans in the oropharynx?
Which bacterial infection is less likely to cause acute tonsillitis?
Which bacterial infection is less likely to cause acute tonsillitis?
