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223 - Toxoplasma Infections Flashcards

1
Q

What is the host for toxoplasma gondii?

A

cats

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2
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In immunocompetent patients, the disease is usually __, sometimes with cervical __.

A

asymptomatic

lymphadenopathy

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3
Q

Possible symptoms may include: 4

A

general lymphadenopathy
fever
headache
malaise/lethargy

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4
Q

__ patients are in risk for clinical disease.

A

immunocompromised (HIV)

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5
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Clinical disease will usually involve the __ and __ (__).

A

CNS
lungs
PCP

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6
Q

Diagnosis of acute disease in HIV patients is done with the following: __ + __ + __.

A

clinical presentation + IgG + brain imaging

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7
Q

Treatment is recommended only if __/__ symptoms are present.

A

severe

ocular

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8
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What is the treatment for T. gondii?

A

pyrimethamine + sulfadiazine / clindamycin
plus
prednisone

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9
Q

What is the prophylaxis recommended for HIV patients with CD4< __?

A

100

trimethoprim + sulfamethoxazole

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