A 26-Year-Old Woman with Shortness of Breath
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The case of a 26-year-old women with shortness of breath admitted to the emergency room is examined, focusing on how a diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus was made. Diagnosis included complete blood count, chemistries, iron panel, urinalysis, chest radiograph, arterial blood gas, and sputum gram's stain.
Publication Name: Physician Assistant
Subject: Health
ISSN: 8750-7544
Year: 1999
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A 41-Year-Old Woman with Palpitations, Fatigue, and Light-headedness
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A case study is presented of a 41-year-old woman with palpitations, light-headedness and fatigue. The diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease, including Lyme carditis, are discussed.
Publication Name: Physician Assistant
Subject: Health
ISSN: 8750-7544
Year: 1999
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