11 ⼀RHEUM-ORTHO/ TOX II/ Rx+ Flashcards
Diagnosis?
GOUT
juxtaarticular erosions or tophi on XR
how do you confirm acute Gout diagnosis?
Arthrocentesis showing [negatively birefringent needle crystals]
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remember: serum uric acid can be normal or low during acute gout attack
Pseudogout is characterized by what findings ?-4
PRPB
1.[Pseudogout CPPD]
2.Rhomboid
3.[Positive birefringence under polarized light]
4.[Blue under parallel polarized light]
CPPD = [Ca+ Pyrophosphate Dihydrate]
What electrolyte abnormality is a risk factor for Pseudogout?
HYPERCalcemia (look for constipation!)
Pseudogout features = PRPB
[Chondrocalcinosis (calcified articular cartilage)] is seen in ⬜?
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Pts with this condition should be worked up for what possible causes - 4
Pseudogout
= PRPB which can → Chondrocalcinosis arthritis
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Chondrocalcinosis 2/2 HYPERCalcemia (which may be 2/2…⬇︎)
1. HyperParathyroidism
2. hypOthyroidism
3. Hemochromatosis (dx = iron studies)
4. Osteoarthritis?
Most Gout attacks initially occur where?
Asymmetric Inflammatory Monoarthritis
1st MTP joint = Podagra
Name the precipitants of Gout attacks(cause Hyperuricemia) -10
“CLAP.NET.SLD sold Gout”
“CLAP.NET.SLD sold Gout”
- Cyclosporine
- Lasix Furosemide
- ASA 81
- PyrazinamideTB tx
- Niacin
- EtOH
- Thiazides
- Surgery
- LARGE meals
- Dehydration
Gout or Pseudogout?
Based on answer: What type of polarized light is A ? C?
GOUT!(based on needle shape)
Since dx = Gout… then polarized light…
A = Perpendicular
C = Parallel light(GOUT is Yellow under parallel light)
Gout Etx -2
90% from underexcreted uric acid
10% from overproduction of uric acid (myeloproliferative disorders such as polycythemia vera)
Conditions associated w/Pseudogout -4
- [AOHHemochromatosis]
- hypOthyroid
- HyperParathyroid
- Osteoarthritis
AOH = Arthropathy of Hereditary
Tx for Acute Gout (3)
Also tx for Acute Pseudogout
Tx for Chronic Gout -3
- Febuxostatxanthine oxidase inhibitor
- Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitor
- Probenecid
Gout [px] and [acute tx] = NSAIDs, colchicine, CTS
Px for Gout -3
- NSAIDs
- Colchicine
- CTS
Same as tx for Acute Gout
Acute PseudoGout Tx -3
- NSAIDs
- Colchicine
- CTS
Also tx for Acute Gout
what is the recommended dietary Calcium intake per day?
1200-2000
mg/day
Recommended dietary Vitamin D intake per day?
800-4000
IU/day
sunlight (15 min 2x/week)
Name the 5 groups that should receive Osteoporosis screening via ⬜
DEXA
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What is the Calcium and Vitamin D dietary recommendation for Women with postmenopausal osteoporosis (or osteopeniaHR)?
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bisphosphonate MOA = competitively binds to Bone Hydroxyapatite before osteoClast can bind ➜ prevents bone resorption
[Ca+ ≥1200 mg/day]
and
[VitD ≥800 IU/day]
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also [wt bearing exercise], avoid EtOH, avoid smoking,
For Women, when is Bisphosphonate therapy indicated? -3
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bisphosphonate MOA = competitively binds to Bone Hydroxyapatite before osteoClast can bind ➜ prevents bone resorption
postmenopausal women with:
[osteopenia + [10y FRAX probability of (major osteoporotic fx ≥20%) or (hip fx ≥3%)]
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OSTEOPOROSIS
_________or________
[Low bone mass w hx of fragility fx]
There are 3 stimulators of ⬜ which ➜ bone formation. What are they?
osteoBlast
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“P-E-V stimulates new bones for me!”
PTH
[E2 (EstraDiol)]
[Vitamin D]
Osteoporosis can be clinically defined as ⬜
List the 2 PRIMARY causes of Osteoporosis
([⬇︎BMD>2.5 below YAM] despite normal mineralization)
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[Type 1 Postmenopausal (E2 ⬇︎)] - Female
[Type 2 Senile (Ca+ ⬇︎)] - Female and Male
🔎BMD = [Bone Mineral DENSITY]|| 🔎YAM = [Young Adult Mean (DEXA T Score)]
Osteoporosis can be clinically defined as ⬜
List the 8 SECONDARY causes of Osteoporosis
([⬇︎BMD>2.5 below YAM] despite normal mineralization)
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🔎BMD = [Bone Mineral DENSITY]|| 🔎YAM = [Young Adult Mean (DEXA T Score)]*
[Peak Bone Mass] occurs age ⬜ and Normal [Bone Mineral Density] = ⬜
clinically define:
osteopenia
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OSTEOPOROSIS
30
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[normal: BMD 0-1 below YAM]
[osteopenia = (BMD 1 - 2.5 below YAM)] despite nml mineralization
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[OSTEOPOROSIS = (BMD >2.5 below YAM)] despite nml minerlization
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YAM: Young Adult Mean (DEXA T Score) || BMD: Bone Mineral Density ||PBM: Peak Bone Mass ||
below YAM = variables are negative
clinical presentation of Osteomyelitis -3
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FIF
Focal Bone Pain / Inflammatory markers / Fever
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Which 3 organisms are usually the cause of [pediatric osteomyelitis]?
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and how are they treated?
① [MssA likely] = Nafcillin/Oxacillin|ceFAZolin
② [MRSA likely] = Clindamycin | Vancomycin
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③ {if [⊕Sickle Cell Disease] → cover Salmonella= ADD 3Gc(CefTriaxone/CefoTAXime)*_to above ① |② *}
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FIFsx
Osteoporosis can be clinically defined as ⬜
How does the Thyroid and Parathyroid affect Bone metabolism?
([⬇︎BMD >2.5 below YAM] despite normal mineralization)
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Hyperthyroid ➜ [⇪ osteoClast activity]
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HyperParathyroid ➜ [⇪ osteoClast recruitment]
BOTH ➜ {[ ⬇︎BMD >2.5 below YAM] 2º OSTEOPOROSIS}
🔎BMD = [Bone Mineral DENSITY]|| 🔎YAM = [Young Adult Mean (DEXA T Score)]
How is the Thyroid associated with Bone?
⇪ Thyroid ➜ [⇪ osteoClast activity] ➜ [⇪ Bone Resorption] eventually→ {[2º Osteoporosis(⬇︎Bone Mass Density)}
in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism, which 2 criteria qualifiy them for Parathyroidectomy?
- PRAP[symptomatic Hypercalcemia]
- [1º hyperPTH < 50 year old (young patients are likely to get complications later)]
(PRAP: painful bones/renal stones/abd groans/psychic moans]
Postural kyphosis is a NORMAL finding caused by ⬜, in the ⬜ demographic. What are the main clinical features?
________versus__________
Structural kyphosis is caused by ⬜.
When is Surgical correction indicated? (2)
slouching ; teen ; [nml-slightly elevated spinal convexity] [tx = voluntary back extension]
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[SECONDARY SOURCE (infection, fracture, tumor or congenital)]
- [convexity >60° ] = surgical correction
- chronic pain (from Kyphosis) = surgical correction
tx for [Adhesive Capsulitis frozen shoulder syndrome] (2)
[ROM exercises] –(if severe)–> [CTS injection]
What is [Adhesive Capsulitis frozen shoulder syndrome]?
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causes? (6)
[Idio/Rotator❌/CVA/DM/humeral head fx/subac bursitis] →[contracture(pathologic muscle contraction + hardening) of shoulder joint capsule + inflammation and fibrosis ➜ stifffrozen shoulder
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- idiopathic
- Rotator cuff tendinopathy
- subacromial bursitis
- stroke
- DM
- humeral head fx
What is the major risk of improperly managed Scaphoid fracture? (2)
avascular necrosis ➜ NONUNION
management for suspected scaphoid fractures -3
XR ➜ [short arm thumb spica cast + supportive] –(1 week)–> repeat XR
Ortho referral if Scaphoid fracture displaced
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Scaphoid fractures may take up to 1 week to show on XR!
⬜ is the most common carpal bone fracture and clinically presents with ⬜
Describe how it’s usually fractured
Scaphoid; TTP of Scaphoid within anatomic snuffbox
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[FOOSA (dorsiflexed wrist)]
Why do patients with Polymyositis have to be regularly monitored with ⬜ ?
PFT
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Polymyositis can ➜ Pulmonary❌:
-ILD
-Infxn (from immunosuppresion)
-Pulm muscle weakness
-[MTX-inducedPneumonitis]
Dx Labs for [Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis] -5
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What is the ultimate diagnostic for these?
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[MUSCLE BIOPSY showing mononuclear infiltrate] is last resort diagnostic (if serology/diagnosis uncertain)
[Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis] Tx - 2
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helicotrope rash in image
MTX
and
CTS (minimizes MTX side effects)
list clinical features for:
Polymyositis -4
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Dermatomyositis -8
Polymyositis:
-[proximal shoulder weakness symmetric]
-[pulmonary❌(ILD - ground glass on HRCT)]
-Endomysial inflammation
-CD8
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Myasthenia Gravis, LEMS and [Myopathies (polymyositis/dermatomyositis)] can be similar
How can you differentiate these based on reflexes?
Myopathies[polymyositis/dermatomyositis] and LEMS have ⬇︎ Reflexes.
Myasthenia is normal
PolyMyalgia Rheumatica sx -3
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PMR occurs age > 50 yo
PolyMyalgia Rheumatica
[Painfully Stiff Shoulders & Hips (especially in Morning)]
[Malaise +/- wt loss]
[Really hot (Fever)]
PMR Tx =LCTS (if ⊕GCTA)–> HCTS
PMR DOESNT HAVE TO BE CONCOMITANT WITH GIANT CELL TEMPORAL ARTERITIS. CAN OCCUR ALONE</sub>
Labs for Polymyalgia Rheumatica -3
⬆︎ESR
⬆︎CRP
normal CPK
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PMR pts have NORMAL strength but have painful (morning) stiffness || PMR can occur independent of Giant Cell Temporal Arteritis
clinical features of FibroMyalgia 2
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how long do these have to be present for diagnosis?
FibroMyalgia
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[Fatigue +/- psych❌]
[Musculoskeletal💢 Widespread]
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≥3 mo
One serious complication of ⬜ is giant cell temporal arteritis
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s/s of Giant cell temporal arteritis (4)
PolyMyalgia Rheumatica ;
HA | jaw pain | vision loss | temporal TTP
GCTA dx confirmation = ⇪ ⇪ ⇪ ESR
Mgmt for giant cell temporal arteritis(2)
- [HIGH dose CTS]*low dose CTS for PMR alone *
+
- [temporal artery biopsy]
GCTA dx confirmation = ⇪ ⇪ ⇪ ESR
[Fall Onto OutStretched Hand] primarily ➜ what kind of fracture?
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What additional injuries should you expect? -3
[Distal radius Colles’ fracture]
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[ulnar styloid fx] / [scaphoid fx] / [carpal tunnel syndrome]
For skeletal immature patients with scoliosis, at what point is Orthopedic surgery indicated?
Cobb angle GOE40°
note: skeletal mature patients (post puberty) have low risk progression and don’t need any additional management
What is [Neuropathic Charcot Arthropathy]? -4
[DM or Dorsal Column disease (B12 deficiency)]➜ impaired sensation/proprioception ➜
- acute: repetitive foot trauma and inflammation ➜
- subAcute: Osseous destruction on XR (phalangeal osteolysis, metatarsal head disappearance resembling “sucked candy”)
➜ 3. CHRONIC: IRREVERSIBLE BONE DESTRUCTION DESPITE INFLAMMATION RESOLUTION
List the management for [Neuropathic Charcot Arthropathy] by stage
[Acute /subAcute]
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CHRONIC
acute/subAcute= FOOT CAST (offload weight bearing and reduce edema)
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CHRONIC = [SURGICAL BONE REALIGNMENT]
What is the best way to prevent bone loss in patients chronically taking CTS (i.e. SLE)? -2
[Calcium supplement ( 1200-2000 mg/day)]
&
[Vitamin D supplement (800-4000 IU/day)]
patient presents with symptoms and radiographs c/w RA but has [negative antiCCP] and [negative antiRheuamtoid Factor]
….. likely diagnosis and management?
explain why?
[seronegative RA] = start on DMARD
PATIENTS DON’T REQUIRE antiCCP or antiRF to have RA. When these are negative = [seronegative RA] = less aggressive course
active RA should be started on DMARD maintenance ASAP to slow progression of bony erosion and cartilage loss
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DMARD (Disease Modifying AntiRheumatic Drugs)
“Norris DMARD…Means LASH Terrible*g-e-i-c-o*”
patient presents with symptoms and radiographs c/w RA but has [⊝ antiCCP] and [⊝antiRheuamtoid Factor]
which drugs are used to manage this? (6)
[Seronegative RA]
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DMARD (Disease Modifying AntiRheumatic Drug)
“Norris DMARD…Means LASH Terribleg-e-i-c-o”
1. [MTX (initial DMARD)]
2. Leflunomide
3. Azathioprine
4. Sulfasalazine
5. Hydroxychloroquine
6. [TNFα inhibitorsg-e-i-c-o]
“Norris DMARD…Means LASH Terrible*g-e-i-c-o*”
name the 4 drugs that cause Macrocytic Anemia by interfering with folate metabolism
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explain how?
DHFRi
- MTX: 👨🏻🦲
- phenytoin👨🏻🦲
- [tMP (trimethoprim)]🦠
- Pyrimethamine🪱
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inhibits [DiHydroFolate reductase] which prevents [folic acid B9] ➜ [FH4 reduced folinic acid (usually utilized by cells)] -➜ DEC [pyrimidine base] synthesis ➜ inability for RBC_[DNA nucleus] to condense during RBC synthesis =
[macrocytic megaloblastic anemia]
in👨🏻🦲humans
in🦠bacteria
in🪱parasites
explain how Chronic MTX causes a Macrocytic anemia
MTX inhibits [DiHydroFolate reductase] which prevents [folic acid] ➜ [FH4 reduced folinic acid (usually utilized by cells)]
this [FH4 reduced folinic acid] deficiency ➜ macrocytic anemia/stomatitis/hepatotoxicity
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tx = [FH4 reduced folinic acid (usually utilized by cells)] = LEUCOVORIN
Chronic MTX may ➜ ⬜ depeletion and produce a ⬜ Anemia
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Tx for this?
[THF] ; [mAcrocytic megaloblastic]
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[FH4reduced folinic acid (usually utilized by cells)] = RxLEUCOVORIN
How is [gastric bypass surgery] related to chronic back pain?
[Roux-en-Y gastric bypass] often ➜ Vitamin D deficiency ➜ impairs Ca+ absorption ➜ so parathyroid hypersecretes PTH ( 2º hyperPTH) ➜ normalizes Ca+ absorption but also depletes Phosphate and Vitamin D will still be relatively low➜
IMPAIRED BONE MINERALIZATION (loss of trabeculae/cortical thinning) + INC bone resorption from PTH = OSTEOMALACIA ➜ low bone density ➜ Chronic msk Back Pain
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- dx = [25-OHVitamin D] < 20*
- tx = [Vitamin D GOE2,000 IU/day] supplement*
How is primary hypOthyroidism related to Pernicious anemia?
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MOD for Pernicious anemia?
- REMEMBER! IF THEY HAVE 1 AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE – THEY MAY HAVE OTHER AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE!*
- pt with 1º hypOthyroidism = may have Pernicious Anemia also!*
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PA = autoimmune gastric parietal cell destruction ➜ ⬇︎ [Intrinsic Factor (and HCL)] ➜ ⬇︎ [dietary VitB12 ReAbsorption at terminal iLeum] ➜ [macrocytic anemia] + [suBACute combined degeneration (LE>UE)] =
Name the 2 treatment options for RayNAud phenomenon
Nifedipine
Amlodipine
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RayNAaud phenomenon
passive smoking exacerbates this condition
In a patient with RayNAud phenomenon, what do you do if a patient [begins systemic symptoms (arthralgias, myalgias)] or [resistant to treatment]?
[CRUCCACE autoimmune labs] c/f other causes (connective tissue dz/vascular lesions/meds)
- CBC
- [RF & antiCCP]
- UA
- CMP
- Complement levels
- ANA
- CRP
- ESR
[RCsM] stands for ⬜
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Describe MOD of [RCsM]?
RCsM : {[Renal osteodystrophy = CKD which eventually ➜ secondary hyperparathyroidism)} ➜ Mineral bone disorder] 📸
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[dietary Phosphate restriction +/- phosphate binders] –(once (P) normalizes)–> [VitD supplement]
[RCsM] stands for ⬜
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What is the treatment for RCsM ? (3)
RCsM = [Renal osteodystrophy = (CKD ➜ secondary hyperparathyroidism) ➜ Mineral bone disorder] 📸
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[dietary Phosphate restriction +/- phosphate binders] –(Phosphate normalizes)–> [VitD supplement]
In terms of Bone physiology, elevated ALP indicates what?
[INC bone turnover (Ca+ resorption)]
[Arthropathy of Hereditary Hemochromatosis] commonly affects which body parts? (5)
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Tx?
- Shoulders
- [2nd MCP]
- [3rd MCP]
- Knees
- ankles
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Tx for Hereditary Hemochromatosis = [serial phlebotomy (note: will not help joint pain = NO TX for AHH)]
[Arthropathy of Hereditary Hemochromatosis] commonly affects which body parts? (5)
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dx?
etx?
- Shoulders
- [2nd MCP]
- [3rd MCP]
- Knees
- ankles
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Dx =[Pseudogout ⼀joint aspiration]
{[excess joint iron deposition] ➜ [positively birefringent rhomboid CPPD crystal] joint accumulation ➜ causes acute inflammation that resembles Gout = PSEUDOgout ➜ [Pseudogout⼀joint aspiration]dx}
Explain the extra advantage with the treatment (⬜ name tx) for Hereditary Hemochromatosis
serial phlebotomy
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[serial phlebotomy] ➜ [⬇︎ cirrhosis progression] ➜ [⬇︎HepatoCellularCarcinoma]
Reiter’s Reactive Arthritis
Name the 3 inciting factors
“can’t PEE ⼀can’t see, can’t bend my knee”
- [HLA-B27 positive (is RF but only 30% develop RRA)]
- Chlamydia
- Salmonella
Reiter’s Reactive Arthritis
clinical presentation (4)
“can’t PEE ⼀can’t see, can’t bend my knee”
1.[s/p GUChlamydia (or GISalmonella) infection]
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2.can’t PEE
-urethritis
-keratoderma blennorhagica,
-circinate balanitis
3.can’t see
-uveitis
4.can’t bend my knee
-[ASYMMETRIC OLIGOARTHRITIS (≤4 joints)]
-Sterile synovial joint fluid with HIGH WBC
HLA-B27 only positive in 30% of patients
Oligoarthritis = joints of ⬜ in number
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How do you evaluate Oligoarthritis? 📋
1-4
Nontraumatic [Acute(<4 wks) Back pain]
workup
N.I.C.U.
What are the 3 most common shoulder diagnosis in mid-aged patients?
How do you discern each from one another?
[(RCN) Rotator Cuff tendonitis] = Lateral shoulder pain exacerbated by ABduction or external rotation
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Rotator cuff Tear = (RCN + [weakness]])
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[AC Frozen Shoulder Syndrome] = progression of RCN = (RCN ➜ [stiffness (dEC shoulder ROM)])
patient presents with lateral shoulder pain exacerbated with ABduction and/or External Rotation
diagnosis?
[(RCN) Rotator Cuff tendonitis]
+ weakness = [RC TEAR]
if→stiffness= [RC AFSS “Frozen”]
Which 3 Rx are contraindicated in patients with Gout? (3)
HCTZ / Loop diuretics / LASA
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🔎LASA = [(low dose) ASA]
note: serum uric acid level can be normal in gout attack so DO NOT use to guide mgmt
which antiHTN should be used in patients with Gout?
[ARB (losartan)]
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note: serum uric acid level can be normal in gout attack. DO NOT use to guide mgmt
Patient presents with acute Gout Flare
Typically, 1st line treatments are ⬜ and ⬜ ⼀What do you give if an acute Gout patient has renal failure? (2)
- [Indomethacin NSAID ➜ Colchicine] ⼀both (c❌d {renal failure})
- Renal Failure: [{CTS local injection = monoarticular} {CTS PO = polyarticular>2 joints}]
Patient suspicious for ankylosing spondylitis
What’s the 1st step in diagnosis?
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How are these patients’ disease progress monitored? (2)
Sacroiliac joint XR
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- Repeat XR in 3 mo
- Acute phase reactants (ESR)
Patient suspicious for ankylosing spondylitis
What are the 3 diagnostic criteria?
ALL 3 of:
- [Low back pain/stiffness GOE3mo] that improves with activity
- Limited lumbar spine ROM
- Limited chest expansion
Patient suspicious for ankylosing spondylitis
prognosis? (3)
- GOOD PGN
- NO INC MORTALITY
- NO PHYSICAL DISABILITY
Ankylosing Spondylitis most notable sign is ⬜
List the other extraarticular manifestations (5)
[Sacroiliac (bamboo spine) fusion]
Ankylosing Spondylitis = {[5 A’s + [Sacroiliac (bamboo spine) fusion]!}
- Anterior uveitis
- [Apical lung fibrosisrestrictive lung disease& inflammed costosternal joints]
- Aortic regurgitation
- IgA nephropathy
- [Ankleplantar fasciitis]
Why are patients with (seronegative & seropositive) rheumatologic joint disease recommended to regularly participate in ⬜ exercise?
Aerobic exercise (swimming/walking/bike) improves joint stability, muscle strength and overall function without exacerbating the disease
How is mobility related to Calcium levels?
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How can this be managed?
extended immobilization ➜ Calcium release from bones ➜ [nonPTH hypercalcemia] ;
Bisphosphonates ⬇︎ bone turnover and preserve bone mass