We'll continue with topics that are frequently asked by the boards
assorted from random disciplines.
Q: What is LUPUS PERNIO?
A: It is a violaceous rash on the tip of the nose in patient with SARCOIDOSIS.
(It has no relation to SLE).
Q: What are common physical findings in Reiter's Syndrome (reactive arthritis)?
A: ONYCHOLYSIS
Painless MOUTH ULCERS
Painless PENILE LESIONS (Balanitis Circinata)
Painless SKIN LESIONS (Keratoderma Blenorrhagicum)
UVEITIS
HEEL PAIN
Q: What is ACOUSTIC NEUROMA?
A: A BENIGN TUMOR causing progressive UNILATERAL hearing loss, with
tinnitus but no vertigo!
Q: What is the BEST test to diagnose MUCOPURULENT CERVICITIS?
(Chlamydia Trachomatis)
A: Ligase Chain Reaction (LCR) Assay
Q: What is the MAIN risk factor for MELANOMA?
A: Excessive exposure to sunlight in CHILDHOOD years.
Be back soon....study hard!
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