6.17.2019 Flashcards
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1 hour constant testicular pain, sudden onset located in the superior pole. a blue dot is located on the superior pole of the teste, Dx?
Appendix testis
tx for Appendix testis ?
pain control, bed rest, scrotal support
what is a major reason to further investigate a prostate?
abnormal DRE
What test is used to further investigate a prostate that has an abnormal DRE?
Transrectal US
what is the hx of someone with poss steven johnson synrome
someone with HSV is most common>Mycoplasma>drug induced (Sulfa, PCN/ceph, Antiretrovirals, anticonvulsants)
what is an ominous sign in someone with erythema multiforme?
oral or ophthalmic involvement
difference between Toxic epidermal necrolysis and steven johnson syndrome
TEN: >30% of skin surface. sheets of skin sloughed, required to be on burn unit. Bx shows complete dermal necrolysis
SJS: <10% skin surface, appears dusky and more like a severe erythema multiforme. Bx just shows basal layer necrosis/slough
how do you differentiated between a folate and b12 deficiency anemia?
MMA! (will be elvated in b12 deficiency)
what type of diuretic is known for causing elevation in blood glucose?
thiazides
timeline for how soon to operate on a testicular torsion
6 hours is at the point where there is irreversible damage and likely need a orchiectomy
ADHD dx?
multiple symptoms of inattention, onset before 12, occur in 2 or more settings
ADHD Tx?
CBT and stimulants (together is best first line)
ADHD med used in stimulant abuse risk pt?
Atomoxetine
Leriche Syndrome
aorto-iliac occlusion. Claudication and ED are main presentations. May have decreased femoral pulses. Atherosclerosis is cause of occlusion