Sweating. Flashcards
1
Q
Chronic infections. (5)
A
Tuberculosis. Abscess. Infective endocarditis. Osteomyelitis. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
2
Q
Malignancy. (2)
A
Lymphoma (Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s).
Solid tumours.
3
Q
Endocrine. (4)
A
Thyrotoxicosis.
Acromegaly.
Phaeochromocytoma.
Carcinoid syndrome.
4
Q
Acute. (4)
A
Acute febrile illness.
Ischaemic heart disease (angina pectoris, acute coronary syndrome, myocardial infarction).
Hypoglycaemia.
Alcohol withdrawal.
5
Q
Other.
A
Medication.