Hypothyroidism and dyslipidmeia In hypothyroidsim there is a decrease in lipoprotein lipase activity which leads to hypertriglyceridemia. Similarly, a decrease in hepatic low density lipoproteins (LDL) receptors cause
The complications of mumps are: Orchitis Most common extra salivary manifestation Unilateral in 75% cases Characterised by testicular swelling and tenderness Pancreatitis characterised by upper abdominal pain, nausea,
Congenital rubella is a condition in which the symptoms of rubella infection are present at or soon after birth The presence of IgM antibodies against rubella (as IgM does
Koplik’s spots are the prodromal viral enanthem of measles They appear as white spots on a red base over the buccal mucosa opposite the first and second premolars
Reye’s syndrome is a condition characterised by noninflammatory encephalopathy and hepatic failure due to aspirin intake during the course of a viral illness The viral illnesses which predispose
Chicken pox (varicella infection) during pregnancy can cause multiple foetal anomalies and foetal wastage. It is a known teratogenic agent. The teratogenic effects are: Cutaneous scars Microcephaly Atrophic
Small pox Chicken pox Incubation period (approximately) 12 days 15 days Prodromal symptoms Severe Mild Rash – sites affected Extensor surfaces, palms, soles Flexor surfaces, axilla Rash –
Differential diagnosis is the systematic method by which diseases of similar presentation are distinguished by considering their various features. VINDICATE is mnemonic which helps to remember the various
Aegophony is a type of vocal resonance obtained on auscultating the chest. The patient is asked to say one-one-one or ninety-nine repeatedly and the lung fields are auscultated Normally
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