Approach to Common Symptoms (Fever, Pain, Fatigue) — MCQs

Which of the following diseases is commonly referred to as 'breakbone fever'?

A 15-year-old boy presented with fever and chills for 3 days. On examination, he was found to have delayed skin pinch time and dry oral mucosa. Identify the pathogen involved based on the provided peripheral blood smear image.

A 30-year-old male presents with chills and a high fever of 40°C. Which of the following symptoms would most likely suggest an infectious cause?

Which of the following is the BEST definition of hyperpyrexia?

Which of the following is the most appropriate pharmacological treatment for neuropathic pain in a diabetic patient?

Which type of pain is characterized by unknown etiology?

What is the primary mechanism underlying hyperthermia?

Which of the following conditions is least likely to cause multiple painful ulcers on the tongue?

A 25-year-old woman presents with intermittent double vision and fatigue. Her symptoms are worse at the end of the day. She reports no other focal muscle weakness or sensory symptoms. On examination her eye movements, motor strength, and reflexes in the upper and lower limbs are normal. Repetitive handgrip exercises cause loss of strength in the grip. A CXR reveals an anterior mediastinal mass. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis of the anterior mediastinal mass?

Consider the following clinical features : 1. Low back pain 2. Saddle anaesthesia 3. Motor weakness in the lower extremities 4. Variable rectal and urinary symptoms Which of the above features may be present in a patient with Cauda Equina syndrome ?