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CNS Infection in HIV / AIDS - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Principles of HIV-Associated CNS Opportunistic Infections:
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Diagnosis Framework ... cells per μL • Diagnosis ... Demyelinating disease caused ... #differential #diagnosis ... InfectiousDiseases #Neurology
Cauda Equina Syndrome Overview

Cauda Equina Syndrome:
 • Prevalence: 1:33,000-100,000 ppl/yr
 • Incidence: 1.5-3.4 million ppl/yr
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lumbar spine • MCC ... equina syndrome (CES ... - Emergency Causes ... Differential Diagnosis ... #causes #neurology
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
Medications: K+, ACEi/ARBs ... Antibiotics (Bactrim, PCN ... only if no clear cause ... Bicarb<22) - avoid NS ... Treatment #potassium #nephrology