Chapter 6, Problem 69R

What part of the eye does cataracts affect? Bottom J Top J OC None of the choices are correct. P 0 N- M H D

Label the following ear.

Describe the likelihood of developing bilateral (both eyes affected) retinoblastoma in the inherited versus the sporadic form of the disease.

Clinical history: A 33-year-old female dairy farmer develops a severe headache and neck stiffness. On physical examination, her temperature is 38.2°C.  She has no papilledema.  A lumbar puncture is performed, and a Gram stain of the CSF obtained shows many short, gram-positive rods.   Physical examination for specific signs which are highly suggestive of Meningitis. Does the fact that the patient was a dairy farmer give anything of value to the diagnosis? What is the most likely diagnosis and treatment? no references, just homework

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY :Infection  After suffering with a cold for 5 days, Mr. Smith developed otitis media and sinus. The nasal  secretions changed from thin, clear, and colorless to thick, yellow-green mucus. Fever and sore  throat developed, as well as pain around the eyes and right ear.  Initially, what type of infection do you think Mr. Smith initially had (bacterial or viral)  and why?  What changes in manifestations occurred during the course of his illness?  What did these changes in manifestations mean or indicate with respect to the  progression of his illness?   Why does Mr. Smith have pain around the eyes and in the right ear?  5. What is the likely course of treatment for Mr. Smith?