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Tuberculous Meningitis Diagnosis Guide by nomanaslam3003 is a document available to read on EtoBox.

A 32-year-old HIV-positive man presents with drowsiness, confusion, severe headache, and neck stiffness, with lab results indicating elevated cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) protein and lymphocytic pleocytosis. The findings suggest a diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis, supported by his chronic cough and HIV status. Recommended treatment includes quadruple therapy with isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol, potentially alongside prednisolone.

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