Whipple’s Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is Whipple’s disease?
A
Whipple’s disease is a rare, systemic infectious disorder caused by the bacterium Tropheryma whipplei. It has an unknown route fo transmission.
2
Q
What are the primary symptoms fo Whipple’s disease?
A
Chronic diarrhoea
Abdominal pain
Joint pain
Weight loss
3
Q
What is the diagnostic investigation for Whipple’s disease?
A
Small bowel biopsy showing Acid-Schiff-positive macrophages
4
Q
A
5
Q
What is the management of Whipple’s disease?
A
Antibiotic therapy with co-trimoxaczoel
