Dermatomyositis is a connective tissue disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of voluntary muscles and skin. It is more common in women and the age of…
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History taking and examination skills and Flowchart approaches to commonly encountered medical conditions and diseases.
Pathological reflexes – Variations of Babinski
Normally, the pathological reflexes are not evident because they are suppressed by cerebrum at brainstem or spinal cord level by 6 months of age. Importance:…
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ANGULAR STOMATITIS/CHEILITIS Definition: Maculopapular and vesicular lesions grouped on the skin at the corners (or ‘angles’) of the mouth and the mucocutaneous junction. It is made worse by…
Explore more Hematological Signs – Angular Stomatitis and Atrophic GlossitisDermatology Internship : 5 Common Skin Diseases Seen
Amidst the post-earthquake fear, we managed to complete our 15 days internship in the Dermatology department which was setup in the patient’s waiting hall. The…
Explore more Dermatology Internship : 5 Common Skin Diseases SeenExamination of Hands
History: Hand dominance and occupation? Injury? Pain? Paresthesia? Impaired function? Swelling? Position: Place the patient’s hands on pillow Look: SEATS a. Shape or Deformity: –…
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Hypertension in pregnancy is one of the major cause of maternal, fetal and neonatal mortality and morbidity in both the developing and developed nations. About…
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General approach to history taking with patients have been discussed here: 1. Chief complaint: Common orthopedic complaints can be remembered using the mnemonic WRISD Pain…
Explore more History Taking in OrthopedicsMeningeal signs
Meningitis refers to the inflammation of leptomeninges and underlying subarachnoid cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Meningism or meningismus is a morbid state characterized by a meningitic syndrome (a…
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