Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy are strongly considered in those patients who are suffering or may suffer serious complications of infection. These include peritonsillar abscess, a history of streptococcal complications (rheumaticheart disease, glomerulonephritis), or neck abscess. Suspicion ofcancer(malignanc...
In the presence of maculopapular rash, the first question to answer is if the patient has afever. If yes, determine if they appear ill or not. If they do, the patient may either have erythema multiforme, rubeola, dengue, Kawasaki disease, rocky mountain spotted fever or Ehrlichiosis. If ...
The proliferation of skin cells is triggered by inflammatory chemicals produced by specialized white blood cells called T-cells. Psoriasis commonly affects the skin of the elbows, knees, and scalp. The spectrum of this disease ranges from mild with limited involvement of small areas of skin to ...
Some products may also be used to prevent certain blood vessel disorders in people with Kawasaki syndrome. How to use Sandoglobulin Solution, Reconstituted (Recon Soln) This medication is given by injection slowly into a vein as directed by your doctor. Your health care professional will start ...
The release of a particular toxin is responsible for the characteristic scarlet-colored rash seen with scarlet fever (giving the disease its name). In the majority of cases, scarlet fever occurs as a result of a pharyngeal streptococcal infection (strep throat), though it can less commonly occur...