Introduction to Pathology
Simon, a 26-year-old, visits Dr. Jones complaining of cough, fever, exhaustion, and loss of 10 pounds over the last 3 months. Dr. Jones completes the routine workup.
Simon returns 1 week later, and Dr. Jones tells him that he has pneumonia, secondary to AIDS. He explains that this is a disease that attacks the immune system, and his body will be become unable to fight infection, causing him to become host to opportunistic infections.
Simon is admitted to the hospital, where further tests will be done. Dr. Jones tells Simon that as of right now there is no known cure for AIDS. He can expect to live 1 more year.
Question: What are Joe’s signs and symptoms?
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Question: What is the diagnosis?
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Question: What is the pathogenesis?
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Question: What is the prognosis?
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Question: What changes in technical factors, if any, would be required for this particular pathology?
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Question: What radiographic appearance does pneumonia assume?
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