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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Non-specific Balanitis}} is {{c2::inflammation of Glans Penis}}
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Non-specific Balanitis{{c1::Topical clotrimazole}} if candidia infection
Published	02/10/2024	Symptoms of {{c2::Genital Candidiasis (Vaginal Thrush)}}{{c1::Itch}} {{c1::Soreness and burning discomfort}} {{c1::Dysuria}} {{c1::Vulval oedema, fiss…
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of Genital Candidiasis (Vaginal Thrush){{c1::Clinial Symptoms}} {{c1::Vaginal Swab}}
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Genital Candidiasis (Vaginal Thrush) {{c1::Clotrimazole cream}} {{c1::Oral Fluconazole}} {{c1::Supportive measures by loose clothing, av…
Published	02/10/2024	Symptoms of {{c2::Oral Candidiasis (Oral Thrush)}}{{c1::White or yellow plaques in mouth}} {{c1::Mild burning}} {{c1::Erythema}} {{c1::Altered taste}}…
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of Oral Candidiasis (Oral Thrush){{c1::Clinial Symptoms}} {{c1::Oral Swab}}
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Oral Candidiasis (Oral Thrush) {{c1::Topical anti-fungal (nystatin, miconazole gel)}} {{c1::Oral Fluconazole}}
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Invasive}} Candidiasis are gut commensal infections of endogenous origin
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of Invasive Candidiasis{{c1::Blood cultures}}
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Invasive Candidiasis{{c1::IV or Oral Antifungals}}
Published	02/10/2024	Image showing {{c1::Intertrigo}} i.e. inflammation caused by skin-to-skin friction
Published	02/10/2024	Image showing {{c1::Napkin Dermatitis}} i.e. conditions that affect the skin under a napkin or incontinence pad
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Candidasis}} are Yeast-like infections
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Tinea}} are Superficial infections by Dermatophytes
Published	02/10/2024	Types of TineaTinea {{c1::Cruis}} ‒ ({{c2::Jock’s itch}}) Tinea {{c1::Unguium}} ‒ ({{c2::Fungal nails}}) Tinea {{c1::Corporis}} ‒ ({{c2::Rin…
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of TineaClinical symptoms: {{c1::Scaly itchy skin}} {{c1::Flat or slightly raised annular patches}} If uncertain: {{c1::Skin scrapings}} …
Published	02/10/2024	Supportive Treatment of Tinea{{c1::Loose fitting clothing}}{{c1::Good hygiene}}{{c1::Don’t share towels}}{{c1::Washing clothes and bed linen frequentl…
Published	02/10/2024	Medical Treatment of Tinea is {{c1:: Antifungal cream (Terbainafine, Clotrimazole)}}
Published	02/10/2024	If extensive and positive culture or strong clinical suspicion of Tinea then Medical treatment is {{c1::Oral Terbainafine}} or {{c1::Itraconazole…
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of Fungal Nail Infection{{c1::Nail clippings}}
Published	02/10/2024	Conservative Treatment of Fungal Nail Infection{{c1::Nothing – if left untreated not harmful infection}}
Published	02/10/2024	Supportive Treatment of Fungal Nail Infection{{c1::Keep nails trimmed short and well fitting shoes}}{{c1::Cotton absorbent socks}}
Published	02/10/2024	Medical Treatment of Fungal Nail Infection{{c1::Topical Nail Lacquer — amorolifine 5% nail lacquer}} Duration: {{c2::6 months}} for fingernails a…
Published	02/10/2024	Medical Treatment of Fungal Nail Infection{{c1::Oral terbinafine}} Duration: {{c2::6-12 weeks}} fingernails and {{c2::3-6 months}} for toenails ‒…
Published	02/10/2024	When using {{c1::Terbinafine}} for Fungal infections you must monitor {{c2::LFTs}}
Published	02/10/2024	Aspergillus causes a condition known as {{c1::Aspergillosis}} which usually affects the respiratory system
Published	02/10/2024	Transmission of Aspergillus{{c1::Inhalation of spore}}
Published	02/10/2024	Symptoms of Aspergillosis{{c1::Cough}} {{c1::Sob}} {{c1::Wheeze}} {{c1::Pyrexia}} {{c1::General malaise}} {{c1::Headache}}
Published	02/10/2024	Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (APA) is commonly seen in which conditions?{{c1::Asthma}} and {{c1::CF}}
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (APA){{c1::Longstanding cough >3wks}}
Published	02/10/2024	Complication of Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (APA){{c1::Pulmonary fibrosis}}
Published	02/10/2024	When should you suspect Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (APA)?{{c1::Patients clinical condition deteriorating e.g in asthma or CF}} {{c1:…
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (APA) {{c1::Referral to secondary care if suspicious}} {{c1::Bloods — eosinophilia}} {{c1::Sputum…
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (APA) {{c1::Oral prednisolone}} longterm/highdose {{c1::Antifungal Itraconazole}}
Published	02/10/2024	Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) lasts more than {{c1::3 months}} affecting patients with lung problems
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA){{c1::Exacerbations not responding to antibiotics}} {{c1::Decline in lung function}} {{c1::Increa…
Published	02/10/2024	Diagnosis of Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA){{c1::Sputum culture and referral for CXR}} {{c1::Secondary care referral for diagnosis and treatmen…
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA){{c1::Oral anti-fungals in Secondary care}}
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Aspergilloma}} is a fungal mass that grows in lung cavities
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of Aspergilloma{{c1::Haemopytsis}} {{c1::Cough and Fever}} {{c1::Asymptomatic}}
Published	02/10/2024	Investigation of Aspergilloma{{c1::CXR}}
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Aspergilloma {{c1::Secondary care}} {{c1::CT scan}} {{c1::Surgical resection and long term antifungal treatment}}
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA){{c1::Cough, SOB}} {{c1::Fever}} {{c1::Haemoptysis}} {{c1::Pleuritic chest pain}} {{c1::Nasal co…
Published	02/10/2024	Management of Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA){{c1::IV anti-fungals}}
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