amebic
This is a pus
collects in the liver, caused by amoebae.
SYMPTOMS:
Progressive pain
subcostal right spontaneous, but often increased by palpation and in general, a
specific point in the hepatic region.
The temperature
is moderate, but it can be achieved with high general condition.
The liver is
enlarged and there is usually a jaundice
The abscess is
often in the posterior part of the right lobe of the liver.
RAY
Examination
showed an irregular elevation of the right diaphragmatic dome.
The amebic is
generally straight to stay (even very distant) in tropical endemic countries
and is diagnosed by the discovery of amoeba in the stool, and especially by the
positivity of serological tests.
BLOOD COUNT
It shows
leukocytosis, but without eosinophilia.
Liver tests are
often altered.
Complications
can occur, such as rupture of the abscess in the lung, the pleura or
peritoneum.
TREATMENT:
it is the
administration by a doctor of metronidazole (Flagyl) and Emetine (currently
there are specialties Emetine handling easier).
Sometimes it
will puncture the abscess and even anticipate surgery.
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