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Understanding FUO Criteria and Diagnosis by lakshmiyukthakp is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Fever of Unknown Origin (FUO) is defined as a fever of 101°F (38.3°C) or higher lasting for three weeks or longer without a diagnosis after appropriate evaluation. Common causes include infections, malignancies, noninfectious inflammatory diseases, and miscellaneous conditions, with a significant number of cases remaining undiagnosed. The diagnostic approach involves a comprehensive history and physical examination, followed by a minimum diagnostic workup and potentially advanced testing, while empiric ther
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