An Intravenous Drug Abuser Complains

of Fever, Chills and Cough:

What's the Diagnosis?

Haney Mallemat, MD

Question

A 34 year old male with history of IVDA (intravenous drug abuse) complains of fever, chills and cough. What is your diagnosis?

What's the Diagnosis?

Diagnosis and discussion on the next page

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