Mike bamboozles Andrew with a case of acute fever & rash. How far can a common, worldwide disease bend the script? Associated teaching available at DxAtypia.com. (Note: co-hosts are aware of changes to audio at end of episode. Sorry about the technical difficulties!)

Inspired by the Diagnosis community (e.g. The Clinical Problem Solvers), Drs. Michael Arcieri (@ArcieriMichael) and Andrew Sanchez (@ASanchez_PS) present a new podcast space for Dx enthusiasts to experience diagnostic dilemmas encountered on the general medicine wards and medical ICU service. From puzzling symptoms to rare conditions, Drs. Arcieri and Sanchez highlight the twists and turns of atypical diagnostic journeys. Clinicians and students are invited to bring thought-provoking cases for group reflection ([email protected]).

Andrew presents a case of left-sided pleural effusion with 2 unexpected twists. In what ways can blood contaminate a specimen? Associated teaching available at DxAtypia.com