Chapter 20 Flashcards
1
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Arthritis
A
Inflammation of one or more joints.
2
Q
Lupus
A
Autoimmune process Immune complexes in serum and organ tissues Vasculitis Affect kidneys Butterfly rash, alopecia Topical Cortisone Tylenol, NSAIDs Lupuzor and Belimumab Use mild soap Avoid harsh perfumes
3
Q
Anklosing Spondylitis
A
Spinal deformities
arthritis of spine
Weight loss
Use anti inflammatories, heat, physical therapy
4
Q
Marfan syndrome
A
autosomal dominant excessively tall elongated hands and feet funnel shaped chest scoliosis
5
Q
Lyme disease
A
systemic infectious disease
3 stages
stage 1: flu, bullseye rash. migraine, pain and stiffness
stage 2: carditis, palpitations, CNS symptoms, IV antibiotics
stage 3: arthritis, chronic fatigue, memory thinking problems
6
Q
Psoriatic Arthritis
A
Affects 30% of people with psoriasis.
fingernail and toenail lifting and pitting, joint pain, neck and back pain.
7
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Fibromyalgia Syndrome
A
chronic pain, not inflammatory disease
burning or gnawing, worse with stress,
fatigue, sleep disturbances, numbness and tingling
