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==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== | ||
Physical examination findings vary depending on whether it is an acute or chronic presentation. | Physical examination findings vary depending on whether it is an acute or chronic presentation between the episodes of pulmonary hemorrhage look ill-appearing. | ||
*In the acute phase, the physical examination may be completely normal or include respiratory signs such as tachypnea. | *In the acute phase, the physical examination may be completely normal or include respiratory signs such as tachypnea. | ||
*In the chronic phase, there may be: | *In the chronic phase, there may be: | ||
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Physical Examination
Physical examination findings vary depending on whether it is an acute or chronic presentation between the episodes of pulmonary hemorrhage look ill-appearing.
- In the acute phase, the physical examination may be completely normal or include respiratory signs such as tachypnea.
- In the chronic phase, there may be:
- Pallor
- Failure to thrive
- Weight loss
- Hepatosplenomegaly
- Digital clubbing and other signs of chronic hypoxia in the setting of pulmonary fibrosis