Evaluation of respiratory problems
Pomilla, P.V.; LaForce, F.M.
Infectious Disease Clinics of North America 6(2): 473-487
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0891-5520 PMID: 1624788 Document Number: 400067
Respiratory problems are common in international travelers. Most are self-limited and do not result in significant morbidity. Those that are severe enough to result in fever and an abnormal chest roentgenogram may pose diagnostic difficulties. The familiar bacterial respiratory pathogens found worldwide are the most common causes of this syndrome, but less familiar entities also need to be considered. A careful evaluation, including a thorough travel history, should yield the diagnosis.