Watch Pharmacology Expert & Noted Faculty, Dr. Gobind Rai Garg discuss the question 11 from INICET November 2020. The question is as below:
Q11. A patient presented with an episode of seizure and CT scan revealed presence of calcified cysts in brain with no evidence of hydrocephalus. A diagnosis of neurocysticercosis was made. Which of the following statements regarding treatment of this condition is correct?
a. Only anti-parasitic drugs should be given
b. Anti-parasitic drugs should be given and after the completion of course steroids should be given
c. Steroids should be started first followed by anti-parasitic drugs
d. Only anti-epileptic drugs should be given
Answer: (c. ) Steroids should be started first followed by anti-parasitic drugs
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Q11. A patient presented with an episode of seizure and CT scan revealed presence of calcified cysts in brain with no evidence of hydrocephalus. A diagnosis of neurocysticercosis was made. Which of the following statements regarding treatment of this condition is correct?
a. Only anti-parasitic drugs should be given
b. Anti-parasitic drugs should be given and after the completion of course steroids should be given
c. Steroids should be started first followed by anti-parasitic drugs
d. Only anti-epileptic drugs should be given
Answer: (c. ) Steroids should be started first followed by anti-parasitic drugs
__________________________________________________________________________
To learn Pharmacology, understand the concepts and prepare it for entrance exams, Download the App - Pharmacology by Dr. Gobind Rai Garg, using the below links:
Playstore:
iOS:
For more interesting Pharmacology videos, discussions, content subscribe our YouTube channel:
You can also follow us on social media for latest exam updates, practice questions and more interesting content for Pharmacology preparation for Indian Medical PG Entrance & FMG Exams.
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If you have a query or need more information about Dr. GRG visit:
#DrGRG #Pharmacolgy #PharmacologybyDrGRG #INICET #INICET2020
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