msk Flashcards

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diagnosis: bilateral symmetrical polyarthritis, nodules over olecranon, periarticular erosions on xray

A

rheumatoid arthritis

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2
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what kind of pain does RA present with

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inflammatory pain (warmer on palpation)

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3
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why prescribe hydroxychloroquine with methotrexate for RA treatment?

A

reduce risk of acute liver damage

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4
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IL-6 receptor antagonist in RA treatment

A

tocilizumab

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5
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bone tumour with highest propensity for response to chemotherapy

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osteosarcoma

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6
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highly specific antibody for RA

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anti-citrullinated protein antibody

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