Pedi Poll

 

Q. In evaluating a pediatric patient with a fever of unknown origin (FUO) lasting more than three weeks, which diagnostic pathway do you follow?

Poll Results
   
Initial extensive laboratory workup including CBC, ESR, CRP, and blood cultures
 70.00%
   
Early imaging studies such as chest X-ray and abdominal ultrasound
 3.13%
   
Referral to infectious disease and rheumatology specialists for further evaluation
 8.13%
   
Empirical treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics while continuing diagnostic workup
 18.75%
Remarks :
S
Srinivas Rao Pidikiti
detail history taking and physical examination and required lab and diagnostic work up
1 month ago
M
Murad Ali Khan
in addition to extensive work up including MP and tests for other endemic diseases and to start broad spectrum antibiotics.
Antimalarial drugs may also be given in endemic area

1 month ago

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