After finishing a course of antibiotics for an upper respira…
After finishing a course of antibiotics for an upper respiratory infection, the 84-year-old patient returns to the doctor complaining of stomach cramps, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. A common complication from antibiotic use includes opportunistic infections by this organisms which leads to her condition of:
Read DetailsA 10-month-old girl developed a cough and sore throat. She…
A 10-month-old girl developed a cough and sore throat. She lives in rural Iowa on a farm. Her mother decided to treat the cold homeopathically by giving her fresh honey from their farm. The next morning her arms were limp and she was not responding to interactions. They rushed her to the emergency room. The most likely pathogen:
Read DetailsA 65- year old Caucasian woman went on a two month missionar…
A 65- year old Caucasian woman went on a two month missionary trip to several countries in West Africa. Ten days after her return to the US she experiences fatigue, nausea, and vomiting, with bouts of fever, chills and sweating that are repeated every 36-48 hours. She was pale and had slight jaundice. What could be a possible diagnosis?
Read DetailsPatrick is 16-years old and is active on his soccer team in…
Patrick is 16-years old and is active on his soccer team in Gainesville High School. During practice on a warm summer day he had forgotten his socks. Another player who had just finished a game lent him his socks. Two weeks after that incident Patrick noticed an offensive odor on his feet. The areas between his toes were red and itchy with mild fissures. Which of the following is true?
Read DetailsPatrick is 16-years old and is active on his soccer team in…
Patrick is 16-years old and is active on his soccer team in Gainesville High School. During practice on a warm summer day he had forgotten his socks. Another player who had just finished a game lent him his socks. Two weeks after that incident Patrick noticed an offensive odor on his feet. The areas between his toes were red and itchy with mild fissures. Which of the following is true?
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