A 55year old with weakness of body
T his is an online E-log entry blog to discuss and understand the clinical data analysis of a patient, to develop competency in comprehending clinical problems, and providing evidence- based inputs in order to come up with a diagnosis and effective treatment plan to the best of my ability. A 55year old came to hospital with chief complaints of weakness since 1 month which increased in last 5 days. History of presenting illness: Patient had joint pains since 6years , it was associated with fever. He has been taking Fabric 40 for that joint pains. Cough since 2 years which was insidious in onset, gradually progressive, with sputum . Sputum was pale coloured , filled 1/2 cup for whole day , cough increased at night. Fever since 1 month which was on and off , he used medication for fever. Weakness of body started 1 month back when he took alcohol in excess amount and was not eating food properly. Weakness of body increased in last 5 days . He has shortness of breath since 1 month grade 3