Rheumatology Flashcards
1
Q
Name of rash associated with dermatomyositis?
A
Heliotrope rash - both eyes discolouration
2
Q
Target uric acid levels for gout?
A
- 36
0. 3 if tophi present
3
Q
Treatment of pagets disease?
A
Zoledronic acid (bisphosphonate)
4
Q
What precautions do you need before bisphosphonate therapy?
A
Vitamin d > 50
Normal calcium
EGFR > 35
5
Q
When to use Z score rather than t score?
A
Patient under 50 (
6
Q
Lost of bisphosphonates
A
- Alendronate PO 70mg weekly
- Risedronate PO 35mg weekly or 150mg monthly
- Zoledronic acid IV 5mg yearly- avoids GI symptoms
7
Q
Denosumab dosing
A
60mg subcut 6 monthly
