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What is the definition of Pyrexia of Unknown Origin (PUO)?
Elevation of body temperature for more than three weeks with no definite diagnosis
According to Petersdorf and Beeson, how is Pyrexia of Unknown Origin (PUO) defined?
Temperature greater than 38.3°C on several occasions, accompanied by more than 3 weeks of illness, failure to reach a diagnosis after 1 week of in-patient investigation
What is the normal body temperature range?
36.5-37.4°C
What are the causes of fever according to the text?
Infections, Neoplasms, Endocrine disturbances
What are the physiologic causes of fever according to the text?
After meals, After hot bath, During pregnancy
Test your knowledge on Pyrexia of Unknown Origin (P.U.O) with this quiz by Dr. Hasan Sedeek Mahmoud. Explore the definition, causes, and diagnostic workup for PUO cases. Ideal for medical students and professionals in tropical medicine and gastroenterology.
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