Chapter 3: Immunologic Diseases and Conditions: Screenings

Question 1

What is the screenings of Acquired immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)

Answer 1

complains of weight loss, fatigue, swollen glands, night sweats, and/or persistent flulike syndrome needs appointment

Question 2

What is the screenings of Common Variable immunodeficiency (Acquired Hypogammaglobulinemia)

Answer 2

child or young teenager is suceptible to frequent infectioin is recommended that an appointment to discuss options be made

Question 3

What is the screenings of Selective Immunoglobulin A Deficiency

Answer 3

recurrent infections in a child or adult necessitate an appointment for a medical investigation to determine a possible underlying cause

Question 4

What is the screenings of X-linked Agammaglobulinemia

Answer 4

severe bacterial infections in an infant signal the need for in-depth medical investigation to determine possible causes

Question 5

What is the screenings of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency

Answer 5

history of pneumonia in first weeks of life, followed by frequent, severe infections in young infant indicative of underlying condition

Question 6

What is the screenings of DiGeorge’s Anomaly (Thymic Hypoplasia or Aplasia)

Answer 6

infants or children need prompt medical treatment when signs of infection occur

Question 7

What is the screenings of Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis

Answer 7

persistent fungal infections of the mouth skin, or nails in young child necessitate appointment

Question 8

What is the screenings of Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome

Answer 8

severe bleeding manifestations call for immediate assessment and medical care

Question 9

What is the screenings of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

Answer 9

same day appointment for patient experiencing symptoms

Question 10

What is the screenings of Pernicous Anemia

Answer 10

insidious and vague symptoms; unless severe regular appointment will do

Question 11

What is the screenings of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura

Answer 11

bruising of unknown cause in a child or an adult requires prompt medical attention

Question 12

What is the screenings of Immune Neutropenia

Answer 12

infant with respiratory infection for prompt medical evaluation

Question 13

What is the screenings of Goodpasture’s Syndrome

Answer 13

symptoms of acute renal failure, such as scanty urine, blood in urine, and systemic complaints

Question 14

What is the screenings of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Answer 14

manifestation of unexplained cluster of symptoms as described above requires complete medical evaluation

Question 15

What is the screenings of Scleroderma (Systemic Sclerosis)

Answer 15

person describing skin changes schedule consultation for medical examination

Question 16

What is the screenings of Sjorgren’s Syndrome

Answer 16

rheumatoid arthritis, xerostomia, and keratoconjunctivits sicca; difficulty in talking, chewing, and swallowing seek medical attention

Question 17

What is the screenings of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Answer 17

insidious onset with vague systemic symptoms and joint pain; onset abrupt, diagnostic evaluation

Question 18

What is the screenings of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

Answer 18

child with fever, rash, and/or swelling and stiffness in the joints should be seen for medical evaluation as soon as possible

Question 19

What is the screenings of Ankylosing Spondylitis

Answer 19

back pain and stiffness for medical evaluation; underdiagnosed cause of low back pain in teens and young adults

Question 20

What is the screenings of Polymyositis

Answer 20

diffuse muscle weakness; first available appointment for medical evaluation

Question 21

What is the screenings of Multiple Sclerosis

Answer 21

variable sporadic symptoms such as those listed above; schedule appointment when possible

Question 22

What is the screenings of Myasthenia Gravis

Answer 22

abrupt onset of symptoms as known can be disconcerning to the patient and might be confused with symptoms of stroke

Question 23

What is the screenings of Small Vessel Vasculitis

Answer 23

describing a syndrome as described will need prompt medical evaluation

Question 24

What is the screenings of Systemic Necrotizing Vasculitis

Answer 24

evaluation by qualified physician experienced in the evaluation and management of vasculitis is crucial