25 Questions
What is steroid resistance characterized by?
Inability to induce remission within 8 weeks of daily steroid therapy
Within what timeframe does steroid resistance occur?
Within 8 weeks
What is the minimum duration of steroid therapy required to diagnose steroid resistance?
8 weeks
What happens when remission is not induced within 8 weeks of daily steroid therapy?
Steroid resistance is diagnosed
What is the consequence of ineffective steroid therapy?
Steroid resistance
What type of edema is characterized by severe swelling?
Generalized edema
What is the main indication of intravascular volume depletion in a patient with severe edema?
Hypotension
What is the primary cause of severe generalized edema with evidence of intravascular volume depletion?
Heart failure
What is the most common symptom of severe generalized edema?
Swollen legs and ankles
What is the primary treatment goal for a patient with severe generalized edema and evidence of intravascular volume depletion?
Increase fluid intake to replenish volume
What is a common cause of nephrotic syndrome in certain regions?
Malaria
Which of the following is NOT a leading cause of nephrotic syndrome in certain areas?
Tuberculosis
What is another disease, besides malaria, that can cause nephrotic syndrome in certain regions?
Schistosomiasis
In which regions are malaria and schistosomiasis commonly found to cause nephrotic syndrome?
Tropical regions
What is the common link between malaria and schistosomiasis in certain regions?
They are both parasitic diseases
Which medication is commonly used to treat high blood pressure?
Captopril
Which of the following medications is used to treat an underactive thyroid gland?
Methimazole
Which medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
Gold
Which of the following medications is an anticonvulsant?
Phenytoin
Which of the following medications is used to treat gout?
Probenecid
When does Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome typically manifest?
At birth or within 3 months of life
What is the typical age range for the onset of Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome?
Infancy to early childhood
At what stage of life does Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome usually occur?
Neonatal period
What is the characteristic timing of Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome?
At birth or within the first few months
When can Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome be diagnosed?
At birth or within the first few months
Learn about steroid resistance, a condition where patients fail to respond to steroid therapy within a certain timeframe. Understand the implications and diagnosis of this medical phenomenon.
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