Abnormalities Of Head And Neck

Question 1

 is characterized by enlargement of the facial features (nose, ears) and the hands and feet.

Answer 1

Acromegaly

Question 2

 may present with a moon shaped face with reddened cheeks and increased facial hair.

Answer 2

Cushing syndrome

Question 3

 Exophthalmos is seen in.

Answer 3

Hyperthyroidism

Question 4

 A tightened, hard face with thinning facial skin is seen in

Answer 4

Scleroderma

Question 5

 Usually begins suddenly and reaches a peak within 48 hours. Symptoms may include twitching, weakness, paralysis, drooping eyelid or corner of the mouth, drooling, dry eye, dry mouth, decreased ability to taste, eye tearing, and facial distortion. One-sided facial paralysis is characteristic

Answer 5

Bell palsy

Question 6

 Characterized by a dull, puffy face; edema around the eyes; and dry, course, and sparse hair.

Answer 6

Hypothyroidism/My Xedema

Question 7

 Have a masklike facial appearance, along with a shuffling gait, rigid muscles, and diminished reflexes.

Answer 7

Parkinson Disease

Question 8

any enlargement of the thyroid gland not caused by inflammation or neoplasm.

Answer 8

Simple goiter

Question 9

 Results in neurologic damage. The symptoms depend on what part of the brain was affected.

Answer 9

Cerebrovascular accident