Usual Interstitial Pneumontitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Usual Interstitial Pneumonitis (UIP)?
A
Progressive scarring of lung tissue
2
Q
What are the causes of UIP?
A
Connective tissue disease
Infection
Occupational exposure
3
Q
What are the signs of UIP?
A
Creps
blue discoloration of the skin
Finger clubbing
4
Q
What are the symptoms of UIP?
A
Shortness of breath
Cough
5
Q
What are the investigations used to diagnose UIP?
A
CXR
Pulmonary function test
6
Q
What are the treatments used in UIP?
A
Corticosteroids
Smoking cessation
