Haemoptysis Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of haemoptysis
A
PE
CAP
Lung cancer
Vasculitis
Goodpastures syndrome
2
Q
Symptoms of vasculitis
A
Breathlessness
Large volume haemoptysis
Fatigue
Lethargy
Rash
Nasal congestion or crusting
Can have neuro stuff
3
Q
What does CXR show in vasculitis
A
Consolidation
Cavities
Nodules
4
Q
What does CT show in vasculitis
A
Diffuse ground glass opacification
Cavities
5
Q
Drug treatment for vasculitis
A
Prednisolone
Cyclophosphamide
Maintenance is pred, azathioprine and rituximab