Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the common name for Hypersensitivity Pneumotitis?
A
Farmers Lung
2
Q
What is hypersensitivity pneumotitis?
A
Inflammation of the alvioli within the lung caused by hypersensitivity to inhaled organic dust
3
Q
What are the causes of HP?
A
Exposure to fungi, bird/faeces, Chemicals
4
Q
What are the sign of HP?
A
Crackles
Wheeze
Increased respiratory rate
5
Q
What are the symptoms of HP?
A
Fever Dry cough chills malaise Shortness of brearth
6
Q
What investigation are used in in the diagnosis of HP?
A
CXR
Sputum sample
7
Q
What are the treatments of HP?
A
Corticosteroids
