Apyrexia: Causes & Reasons

Possible Causes for Apyrexia

[…] freedom from recurrence at 4 months, the time to recurrence, the time to parasite clearance (aparasitemia maintained for 6 to 12 hours), and the time to fever clearance (apyrexia [nejm.org]

Influenza

Abstract The purpose of this statement is to update recommendations for routine use of seasonal influenza vaccine and antiviral medications for the prevention and treatment of influenza in children. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends annual seasonal influenza immunization for all people 6 months and[…] [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

Chlamydia Infection

Recent data suggest that azithromycin may not be as effective as doxycycline in eradication of genital chlamydial infection. The aim of this study was to compare the eradication rate of pharyngeal Chlamydia trachomatis infection after treatment with azithromycin 1 g stat with that of doxycycline 100 mg twice a day[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Pyelonephritis

Pyelonephritis is inflammation of the renal pelvis ( pyelo- = renal pelvis [1] ) and kidney ( nephritis = inflammation of the kidney ). It is classically caused by an ascending infection. Pathologically it can be divided into: Acute pyelonephritis. Chronic pyelonephritis. Xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis. References ↑[…] [librepathology.org]

Atypical Pneumonia

Atypical pneumonia is a term applied to lower respiratory tract infections that are not characterized by signs and symptoms of lobar consolidation. This article will discuss the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and laboratory diagnoses of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia sp., Legionella sp., Francisella tularensis,[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Paraneoplastic Syndrome

Question: When should an ophthalmologist consider the diagnosis of a paraneoplastic syndrome? 2 Question with answers: When should an ophthalmologist consider the diagnosis of a paraneoplastic syndrome? “In terms of afferent symptoms, an unexplained, painless, progressive vision loss is typical. With retinal[…] [neuro-ophthalmology.stanford.edu]

Bacterial Pneumonia

Two male homosexuals with laboratory features of the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome developed fulminating pneumonia requiring mechanical ventilatory support despite antibiotic therapy. Pathology consistent with bacterial pneumonia without other opportunistic pathogens were found at open lung biopsy. Cultures[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Conversion Disorder

This paper outlines the successful psychoanalytic treatment of a latency-aged boy with severe conversion disorder. Details of clinical treatment are presented. As no tested treatment has yet been found that reliably treats chronic conversion in children, this case is of importance in demonstrating the usefulness[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Multiple Sclerosis

Dr. Carla Rossotti (left), a general practitioner, and her health care team leave the home of the their patient, 37-year-old Osvaldo Daniel Martinez. He has the symptoms of a degenerative disease, Rossotti says, but he needs a neurologist's evaluation before he can get proper treatment. Sarah Varney/Kaiser Health[…] [npr.org]

Endocarditis

Infective Endocarditis Introduction Although relatively uncommon, infective endocarditis ( IE ) is of great importance for several reasons: It has a high mortality rate, and almost always kills the patient if left untreated; It is often preventable, with appropriate prophylaxis; conversely failure to administer[…] [anaesthetist.com]

Chorioamnionitis

For citation purposes: Crosby DA, OSullivan O, OConnell M. A case report and review of chorioamnionitis in the setting of preterm premature ruture of membranes. OA Case Reports 2014 Aug 18;3(7):65. Case report Obstetrics & Gynecology Authors affiliations (1) Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Coombe[…] [oapublishinglondon.com]

Mucopolysaccharidosis

Definition: Systemic lysosomal storage disease caused by a deficiency of alpha-L-iduronidase ( IDURONIDASE ) and characterized by progressive physical deterioration with urinary excretion of DERMATAN SULFATE and HEPARAN SULFATE. There are three recognized phenotypes representing a spectrum of clinical severity[…] [hon.ch]

Wernicke Encephalopathy

Wernicke encephalopathy, also referred as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is a form of thiamine (vitamin B 1 ) deficiency, and is typically seen in alcoholics. On imaging, it is commonly seen on MRI as areas of symmetrical increased T2/FLAIR signal involving the mammillary bodies, dorsomedial thalami, tectal plate,[…] [radiopaedia.org]

Hodgkin Lymphoma

The endobronchial localization of Hodgkin's disease is a rare entity which is often confused with endobronchial tuberculosis in our setting. We report the case of a 16 years old female who presented with 6 months history of dry cough, hemoptysis, dyspnea, dysphagia and dysphonia. The chest radiography showed a[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Abscess of the External Auditory Meatus

During a myringotomy, doctors make a small opening in the eardrum to allow fluid to drain from the middle ear. Then they place a tiny, hollow plastic or metal tube (tympanostomy tube, or ventilating tube) in the eardrum through the opening. These tubes balance the pressure in the environment with that in the middle[…] [msdmanuals.com]

Varicella

Varicella is a highly contagious, viral disease, caused by primary infection with varicella zoster virus. Manifestations include a characteristic rash, fever, malaise and headache. The initial prodromal phase of varicella consists of malaise and low grade fever. Fever is rarely above 102 F. The characteristic feature of[…] [symptoma.com]

Accidental Hypothermia

Vol 73, No 9 (2015) Experts' opinions and Positions papers Published online: 2015-09-16 Submitted: 2015-06-15 Accepted: 2015-06-17 Management of hypothermia — Severe Accidental Hypothermia Centre in Krakow Tomasz Darocha, Sylweriusz Kosiński, Anna Jarosz, Dorota Sobczyk, Robert Gałązkowski, Tomasz Sanak, Hubert[…] [ojs.kardiologiapolska.pl]

Myxedema

Ureteral myxedema is exceptionally rare. We describe computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging findings in a case of ureteral myxedema. The demonstration of water-like hyperintensity around the ureteral lumen on heavily T2-weighted sequences should be considered a strongly suggestive sign for ureteral[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Drowning

Getty Images Joel Silver Joel Silver is being sued by the family of his former assistant. They claim she was fed drugs and alcohol before drowning during a star-studded trip to Bora Bora in 2015. Carmel Musgrove's estate, and her parents, are suing Silver; his company, Silver Pictures; and its employee Martin Herold[…] [hollywoodreporter.com]

Viral Hemorrhagic Fever

Abstract In 1988, CDC published guidelines for managing patients with suspected viral hemorrhagic fever (VHF) (1). Pending a comprehensive review of the 1988 guidelines, this notice provides interim recommendations that update the 1988 guidelines for healthcare settings in the United States. This update applies to[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Fungal Meningitis

Governor Patrick proposes to hire more pharmacy inspectors The troubled Department of Public Health would receive an additional $3.1 million in state funding to hire more inspectors to monitor compounding pharmacies and to increase other public safety efforts, under Governor Deval Patrick’s proposed budget.[…] [boston.com]

Rheumatic Heart Disease

BMC Res Notes. 2018 Apr 3;11(1):221. doi: 10.1186/s13104-018-3341-6. Author information 1 Buea Regional Hospital, Buea, South West Region, Cameroon. cnkoke@yahoo.com. 2 Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde 1, Yaounde, Cameroon. cnkoke@yahoo.com. 3 Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome

Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome is a rarely reported superficial desquamating eruption found in patients who have otherwise toxic conditions. Its early recognition and treatment can be lifesaving. A case of staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome is reported in a patient with chronic liver failure. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Palindromic Rheumatism

This content is PDF only. Please click on the PDF icon to access. Abstract Since the publication of the description of palindromic rheumatism as a "'new,' oft recurring disease of joints apparently producing no articular residues" by Hench and Rosenberg, 1, 2 several additional case reports have appeared in the[…] [annals.org]

Botulism

Botulinum toxin ingestion leads to a clinical syndrome characterised by cranial nerve palsies, oculobulbar weakness, and descending, symmetrical flaccid paralysis in the absence of fever. Affected patients do not complain of sensory deficits. The diagnosis of botulism is a clinical one, confirmed by the detection of[…] [bestpractice.bmj.com]

Kwashiorkor

Definitions kwa·shi·or·kor a severe disease of young children, caused by chronic deficiency of protein and calories in the diet and characterized by stunted growth, edema, and a protuberant belly Origin of kwashiorkor from name in a Kwa language of Ghana Webster's New World College Dictionary, Fifth Edition[…] [yourdictionary.com]

Leprosy

History of Leprosy Overview: Leprosy has tormented humans throughout recorded history. The earliest possible account of a disease that many scholars believe is leprosy appears in an Egyptian Papyrus document written around 1550 B.C. Around 600 B.C. Indian writings describe a disease that resembles leprosy. In[…] [web.stanford.edu]

Miliaria

Miliaria is a self-resolving disorder of the eccrine sweat glands caused by blockage of the sweat ducts resulting in the leakage of eccrine sweat into epidermis or dermis. In addition to known predisposing factors such as heat, humidity, and fever, a few drugs (eg, isotretinoin and bethanechol) can also precipitate[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Melioidosis

Melioidosis is an infectious disease caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei. Melioidosis is of public health importance in endemic areas, particularly in tropical and sub-tropical areas. We describe a case of melioidosis contracted by a man with diabetes from Papua New Guinea that was evaluated using multi-locus sequence[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sporotrichosis

Definition (MSH) The commonest and least serious of the deep mycoses, characterized by nodular lesions of the cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues. It is caused by inhalation of contaminated dust or by infection of a wound. Concepts Disease or Syndrome ( T047 ) MSH D013174 ICD9 117.1 ICD10 B42, B42.9 SnomedCT[…] [fpnotebook.com]