Tuberculosis Lesions Pathology Quiz
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What is the primary reason why Ethambutol cannot be given to children?

  • It may cause tinnitus and loss of hearing
  • It causes optic neuritis and blurring of vision (correct)
  • It may lead to hyperurecemia and gouty arthritis-like symptoms
  • It has a high risk of causing peripheral neuritis
  • Which of the following tuberculosis drugs may cause red-orange urine when taken before meals?

  • Rifampicin (correct)
  • Pyrizinamide/PZA
  • Isoniazid/INH
  • Streptomycin
  • What is a common late sign of leprosy as described in the text?

  • Loss of skin sensation
  • Change in skin patch
  • Sinking of the nose bridge
  • Gynecomastia (correct)
  • What is the classification of a Tuberculin Skin Test Reaction when the induration is greater than or equal to 10 mm?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of Rifampicin, an antibiotic used in tuberculosis treatment?

    <p>Optic neuritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Streptomycin mainly affect the patient after 2 weeks of use?

    <p>Loss of hearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason Pyrizinamide/PZA is cautioned against due to its side effects?

    <p>Gouty arthritis-like symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is leprosy primarily transmitted according to the text?

    <p>Intimate skin-to-skin contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic early sign of leprosy mentioned in the text?

    <p>Change in skin patch and loss of skin sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tuberculosis drug is cautioned against due to its potential to cause loss of skin sensation?

    <p>Isoniazid/INH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of lesions are commonly associated with lepromatous leprosy?

    <p>&quot;Clawing of fingers and toes&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Clawing of fingers and toes' is a common sign in which stage of leprosy?

    <p>&quot;Late signs&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of failing to comply with tuberculosis antibiotics treatment?

    <p>Increased resistance to antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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