Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis?
A
Exaggerated immunological response to repeated administration of Ag
2
Q
What are common Ag triggers for Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis?
A
Actinomyces
Fungi
Molds
Bird Droppings
3
Q
What are common symptoms of Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis?
A
cough, dyspnea, acute inflammatory response, chills, malaise, myalgia, rash
4
Q
How does Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis present?
A
symptoms resolve after exposure
5
Q
How is Hypersensitivity pneumonitis diagnosed?
A
CXR or CT showing bilateral hazy opacities
6
Q
How is hypersensitivity pneumonitis treated?
A
Glucocorticoids
