Clinical Sign : Erythema Nodosum

1- What is the name of ths sign ? Erythema nodosum 2- What are the causes ? - In about 30-50% of cases, the cause of EN is unknown - infectious : Hep C , TB , Leprosy , Strepto , M.pneumonia , EPV , Yersinia , coccidiodis immitis - autoimmune : IBD , Bachet - sacroidosis , pregnancy , cancer - medication ( sulfonamides , oral contraceptives, bromides ) & vaccination . Mnemonics :  SORE SHINS (Streptococci, OCP , Rickettsia...

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Clinical Sign : Erythema Multifrom

1- What is the name of this sign ? Erythema multifrom 2- What are the causes ? HSV present in almost all cases  50% of cases are idiopathic others : - Bacterial (including BCG vaccination, haemolytic Streptococci, legionellosis, leprosy, Neisseria meningitidis, Mycobacterium, Pneumococcus, Salmonella species, Staphylococcus species, Mycoplasma pneumoniae), Chlamydial  - Fungal - Parasitic (Trichomonas species,...

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Blueprint Notes & Cases Pharmacology

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MCQs:Pharmacology

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MCQs:Anatomy ( Abdomen )

 1- Which statement best describes the planes of the abdomen? a. The transpyloric plane lies halfway between the xiphoid and the symphysis pubis. b. The transpyloric plane passes through the hilar of the kidneys. c. The subcostal plane is at the level of the body of L2. d. The iliac crests lie at the level of L5. e. The umbilicus usually lies at the level of the L4/L5 disc. Answer : b. The transpyloric plane also passes...

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MCQs:Dermatology

    A 36 year old factory worker developed itchy, annular scaly plaques in both groins. Application of a corticosteroid ointment led to temporary relief but the plaques continued to extend at the periphery. The most likely diagnosis is: A. Erythema annulare centrifugum B. Granuloma annulare C. Annular lichen planus D. Tinea cruris   Correct answer : D. Tinea cruris Tinea cruris is characterised by itchy, annular...

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