Your 49 Year Old Mother Has Just Been Diagnosed with Subacute

question 69

Multiple Choice

Your 49 year old mother has just been diagnosed with subacute endocarditis with the following symptoms--fever,a rash,and early congestive heart failure.You wonder why and how in the world this infection occurred,particularly since she appeared to be healthly before this.Talking with her doctor about this infection,a good question to ask would be:

• A)Is this infection related to her menopause that she is going through?
• B)Could your mother have AIDS?
• C)Does your mother have an abnormal heart valve or a murmur?
• D)Could she have picked this up by a mosquito bite,since your mother does so much gardening?

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Definitions:

Overactive Thyroid

A condition, also known as hyperthyroidism, where the thyroid gland produces excessive amounts of thyroid hormones, leading to various health issues.

Overactive Pituitary

A condition in which the pituitary gland produces an excess of one or more hormones, which can lead to various health issues.

Underactive Thyroid

A condition also known as hypothyroidism, where the thyroid gland doesn't produce sufficient hormones, affecting metabolism and energy levels.

Underactive Pituitary

A condition where the pituitary gland does not produce adequate amounts of certain hormones, which can affect various bodily functions.