5 Questions
What is the temperature threshold for defining pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO)?
38.3°C or more for more than three weeks
According to Petersdorf and Beeson, how long should the fever persist to be considered as pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO)?
More than 3 weeks
What is the normal range of body temperature?
36.5-37.4°C
Which of the following is not listed as a cause of fever in the text?
Metabolic disorders
What is the diurnal rhythm of normal body temperature?
Highest levels occurring in the afternoon
Test your knowledge on Pyrexia of Unknown Origin (P.U.O) with this quiz by Dr. Hasan Sedeek Mahmoud. Learn about the definition, causes, and diagnostic work up for PUO cases, including fever heat disorders and the criteria for diagnosing PUO.
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