Chest radiology reveals bronchiectasis
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16 Mar 2026
Cystic fibrosis
Question:
A 10-year-old male patient presents with a 3-day history of cough and fever. His medical history is remarkable for repeated respiratory tract infections. Chest radiology reveals bronchiectasis in the lower lobes. A physical examination shows digital clubbing. Which is the most probable diagnosis?
Options:
A)Tuberculosis
B)Cystic fibrosis
C)Asthma
D)Chronic bronchitis
E)Pulmonary fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis
Question:
A 10-year-old male patient presents with a 3-day history of cough and fever. His medical history is remarkable for repeated respiratory tract infections. Chest radiology reveals bronchiectasis in the lower lobes. A physical examination shows digital clubbing. Which is the most probable diagnosis?
Options:
A)Tuberculosis
B)Cystic fibrosis
C)Asthma
D)Chronic bronchitis
E)Pulmonary fibrosis