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#6415 Virology

In January, two school districts saw a sudden increase in absences. At the same time, sales of over-the-counter medications for fever, cough, and cold symptoms increased dramatically. To determine the etiology of this outbreak of respiratory illness, the public health department conducted a survey of local physicians to see what types of patients they were currently seeing most. The doctors all reported increased numbers of patients complaining of abrupt onset of high fever, severe headache, and myalgia followed by sore throat, dry cough, weakness, and severe fatigue. The patients were ill for 3 to 5 days, but many reported persistent malaise. What is the most likely diagnosis for this outbreak?

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#6425 Immunology

A 27-year-old female presents to the emergency room with a temperature of 103degF, severe fatigue, weight loss, and joint pain. During the history and physical examination, the patient reports that she stopped taking her aspirin and corticosteroids to control her condition. A butterfly-type rash over her cheeks, sensitivity to light, and a heart murmur are apparent. The patient also reports a history of a progressively developing arthritis and glomerulonephritis. Laboratory tests further indicate anemia, leukopenia, and thrombocytopenia. This condition is best diagnosed by the presence of which of the following?

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