Skin and subcutaneous infections with pain, swelling and erythema usually caused by streptococci, but also staphylococci and occasionally other organisms. Regional lymphadenitis may be present. Erysipelas has a raised demarcated border, whilst the border is Read More…
Extemporaneous compounding of some of the preparations listed should only take place at institutions where the competencies and equipment are available. ACNE Acne is an inflammatory condition of the pilosebaceous unit. Secondary changes can lead Read More…
These are chronic sequelae of rheumatic fever consisting of valvular damage, usually involving left heart valves, with progression and complications. GENERAL MEASURES Acute stage: bed rest and supportive care. Patient education. Intensive health education for Read More…
This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate lowering of BP usually with parenteral therapy. Grade 3-4 hypertensive retinopathy is usually present with impaired renal function and proteinuria.The true emergency situation should preferably be treated Read More…
COCCUS(spherical shaped bacteria) 1)Staphylococcus aureus 2)Staphylococcus epidermidis 3)Staphylococcus horminis 4)Staphylococcus pneumoniae 5)Staphylococcus haemolytical BACILLUS(rod shaped bacteria) 1)Lactobacillus specie 2)Listeria monocytogenes 3)Escherichia coli 4)Proteus specie 5)Enterobacter cloacae SPIRILLUM (spiral shaped bacteria) 1)Treponema pallidium 2)Treponema carateum 3)Treponema Read More…
HYPERTENSION, SEVERE These patients have severe hypertension, are asymptomatic and have no evidence of progressive target organ damage. Keep the patient in the care setting and repeat BP measurement after resting for 1 hour. If Read More…
Hypertension control has significant benefit for patients. Detect and treat co-existent risk factors. Assess cardiovascular risk. Lifestyle modification and patient education is essential for all patients. Medicine treatment is needed for SBP >140 mmHg and Read More…
GENERAL MEASURES Bed rest. Early surgical intervention in acute fulminant and prosthetic valve endocarditis is often indicated. MEDICINE TREATMENT Treat accompanying complications, e.g. cardiac failure. Antibiotic therapy It is essential to do at least three Read More…
DESCRIPTION CCF is a clinical syndrome and has several causes. The cause and immediate precipitating factor(s) of the CCF must be identified and treated to prevent further damage to the heart. Potentially reversible causes include: Read More…
DESCRIPTION This rhythm does not require treatment, unless it is causing symptoms, i.e. syncope, dizziness, tiredness and poor effort tolerance. Sinus bradycardia <50 beats/minute or sinus arrest with slow escape rhythm, accompanied by hypotension, strongly Read More…
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