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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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The main infectious agent associated with recurrent pulmonary infections in patients with cystic fibrosis is _____________ .
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The correct answer is  Pseudomonas affect small children with malnutrition and poor immunity.it colonise airway of patients with cysticfibrosis and cause recurrent pulmonary exacerbations. pathology:well demarcated areas of consolidation and necrosis occur due to vasculitis Ref : ESSENTIAL PEDIATRICS ,O.P.GHAI, PG NO:355,7 th edition