Infectious diseases Flashcards

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Most common infective cause of diarrhoea in HIV patients.

How is this treated?

A

Cryptosporidium (type of protozoa)

Supportive treatment

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How is Mycobacterium avium intracellulare diarrhoea treated in HIV patients

A

rifabutin, ethambutol and clarithromycin

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3
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What gram negative rod causes UTIs and pneumonia

A

Klebsiella

Part of normal gut flora. Might cause pneumonia after aspiration

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