Haemoptysis Flashcards

1
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Causes of haemoptysis

A

PE
CAP
Lung cancer
Vasculitis
Goodpastures syndrome

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Symptoms of vasculitis

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Breathlessness
Large volume haemoptysis
Fatigue
Lethargy
Rash
Nasal congestion or crusting
Can have neuro stuff

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3
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What does CXR show in vasculitis

A

Consolidation
Cavities
Nodules

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4
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What does CT show in vasculitis

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Diffuse ground glass opacification
Cavities

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Drug treatment for vasculitis

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Prednisolone
Cyclophosphamide
Maintenance is pred, azathioprine and rituximab

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