Learning Points Flashcards

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What condition is often caused by squamous cell carcinoma of the lung?

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Hypercalcaemia due to PTH-related peptide

Squamous cell carcinoma releases PTH-related peptide, leading to elevated calcium levels.

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Which type of lung cancer is commonly associated with SIADH?

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Small cell lung cancer

SIADH is not typically associated with squamous cell carcinoma.

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Streptococcus bovis infective endocarditis is commonly associated with which type of cancer?

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Colorectal cancers

This association highlights the importance of screening for colorectal cancer in patients with Streptococcus bovis infections.

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LEMS is associated with which type of lung cancer?

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Small cell lung cancer

LEMS (Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome) is a paraneoplastic syndrome linked to small cell lung cancer.

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Gynaecomastia is more commonly associated with which type of lung cancer?

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Adenocarcinoma of the lung

Gynaecomastia can occur due to hormonal changes related to adenocarcinoma.

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What is coarctation of the aorta associated with?

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Turner syndrome

It involves a narrowing of the aorta, leading to complications such as hypertension and heart failure.

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What are the symptoms of vulvovaginal candidiasis?

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  • Thick white “cottage cheese” discharge
  • Vulval itching
  • Normal vaginal pH

Especially common in women with diabetes.

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What is the characteristic rash associated with rubella?

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  • Face-first maculopapular rash
  • Lymphadenopathy
  • Rash fades within days

These symptoms are indicative of rubella infection.

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What is the first-line treatment for osteomyelitis?

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Flucloxacillin

This antibiotic is commonly used for treating osteomyelitis.

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How should primary genital herpes be treated?

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Oral aciclovir started within 5 days of symptom onset

Treatment is most effective when initiated early.

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What are the symptoms of toxic shock syndrome?

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  • Fever
  • Diffuse erythroderma
  • Hypotension or systemic toxicity
  • Multiorgan involvement

Most commonly caused by toxin-producing Staphylococcus aureus.

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How are genital warts diagnosed?

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Usually a clinical diagnosis

Confirmation of HPV infection is done through PCR testing for HPV DNA.

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What is the first-line treatment for uncomplicated Chlamydia trachomatis infection?

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Doxycycline 100mg twice daily for 7 days

This regimen is effective for treating uncomplicated chlamydial infections.

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What is required for confirmed Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection?

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Single-dose IM ceftriaxone

This is due to widespread fluoroquinolone resistance.

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What is the first-line treatment for early syphilis according to NICE guidance?

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Single dose of intramuscular benzathine benzylpenicillin

This treatment is recommended for primary, secondary, or early latent syphilis.

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What strongly suggests gonococcal urethritis?

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  • Acute dysuria
  • Thick purulent urethral discharge within days of unprotected sex

These symptoms are indicative of gonococcal infection.

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What indicates bacterial vaginosis?

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  • Thin grey fishy discharge
  • Clue cells
  • pH > 4.5

These findings are characteristic of bacterial vaginosis.

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What suggests oropharyngeal candidiasis with oesophageal involvement?

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  • Creamy white plaques that can be scraped off
  • Odynophagia/dysphagia

This condition can be differentiated from oral hairy leukoplakia.

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What is the treatment for uncomplicated vulvovaginal candidiasis?

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  • Single-dose oral fluconazole
  • Intravaginal azole therapy

Both options are effective for treating uncomplicated candidiasis.

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What are the symptoms of Trichomonas vaginalis infection?

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  • Frothy yellow-green discharge
  • Strawberry cervix
  • Vulval irritation

These symptoms are classic for Trichomonas vaginalis infection.

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What strongly suggests chlamydial cervicitis?

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  • Mucopurulent discharge
  • Cervical motion tenderness
  • Recent unprotected sex

These findings are indicative of chlamydial infection.

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What is the treatment for sexually active men with epididymo-orchitis and urethral discharge?

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Ceftriaxone plus doxycycline

This combination treats both gonorrhea and chlamydia.

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In sexually active men under 35 with epididymo-orchitis, what is the most common cause?

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Chlamydia trachomatis

This organism is a common sexually transmitted infection that can lead to epididymo-orchitis.

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What medication can help with pain and improve sleep quality in fibromyalgia patients?

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Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant often used for chronic pain management.

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What effect does **Rifampicin** have on warfarin metabolism?
Increases metabolism, reducing anticoagulant effect ## Footnote To maintain therapeutic INR levels, the dose of warfarin should be increased.
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The **radial nerve** is responsible for what functions?
* Wrist extension * Finger extension ## Footnote Injury can cause wrist drop and loss of sensation over the posterior arm and forearm.
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What is the characteristic presentation of **radial nerve palsy**?
Wrist drop and loss of sensation over the posterior arm and forearm ## Footnote Often caused by compression, such as in 'Saturday night palsy.'
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The **axillary nerve** affects which functions?
* Shoulder abduction * Sensation in the regimental badge area ## Footnote Damage can lead to weakness in shoulder movement.
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The **median nerve** affects which functions?
* Wrist flexion * Thumb movements * Sensation in the lateral palm ## Footnote Injury can lead to difficulties in hand function.
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The **musculocutaneous nerve** primarily affects which function?
Elbow flexion ## Footnote It also affects sensation in the lateral forearm.
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The **ulnar nerve** affects which functions?
* Flexion and adduction of the wrist * Sensation in the medial hand ## Footnote Injury can lead to 'claw hand' deformity.
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What confirms the diagnosis of **central diabetes insipidus**?
Response to desmopressin, increasing urine osmolality ## Footnote This indicates a lack of ADH production.
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Does nephrogenic diabetes insipidus show a response to desmopressin?
No ## Footnote Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus is due to a lack of response to ADH.
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What is **primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)** characterized by?
* Chronic inflammation * Destruction of intrahepatic bile ducts ## Footnote Presence of anti-mitochondrial antibodies (AMA) is highly specific for PBC.
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What is the recommended second-line treatment for **chronic anal fissures**?
Topical diltiazem 2% ## Footnote This helps relax the internal anal sphincter and promote healing.
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What does **CA 15-3** indicate when elevated?
Breast cancer, particularly in metastatic disease ## Footnote It can be used to monitor response to treatment.
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Which tumor marker is elevated in **hepatocellular carcinoma**?
AFP (Alpha-fetoprotein) ## Footnote AFP is also elevated in certain germ cell tumors.
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What is **CA-125** primarily used for?
Ovarian cancer ## Footnote It is a tumor marker used to monitor treatment response.
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What does **CEA** indicate when elevated?
Colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal cancers ## Footnote CEA is a tumor marker used in cancer diagnosis and monitoring.
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What is the most common renal tumor in children?
Wilms Tumour (Nephroblastoma) ## Footnote It presents with a painless abdominal mass, hematuria, and sometimes hypertension.
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What is the clinical presentation of **retinitis pigmentosa**?
* Night blindness * Progressive peripheral vision loss * Retinal pigmentary changes * Optic disc pallor * Tunnel vision ## Footnote It is a genetic disorder affecting rod photoreceptor cells.
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What condition does **cyclophosphamide** cause, and how is it prevented?
Haemorrhagic cystitis, prevented by Mesna ## Footnote Mesna binds toxic metabolites in the urine.
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What does the acronym **PCBRASSS** stand for?
* Phenytoin * Carbamazepine * Barbiturates * Rifampicin * Alcohol (chronic) * St John's wort * Smoking * Sulfonylureas (gliclazide) ## Footnote These are substances that can induce cytochrome P450 enzymes.
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What are the symptoms of **serotonin syndrome**?
* Autonomic instability * Altered mental state * Neuromuscular hyperactivity (clonus or myoclonus) ## Footnote It is a potentially life-threatening condition due to excessive serotonergic activity.
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A rapidly enlarging painful ulcer with a violaceous border is characteristic of __________.
pyoderma gangrenosum ## Footnote This condition is often associated with systemic diseases.
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Teardrop scaly lesions on the trunk in young adults following a recent streptococcal infection indicate __________.
guttate psoriasis ## Footnote This form of psoriasis often appears suddenly after infections.
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Intensely itchy white atrophic genital plaques in older women are indicative of __________.
lichen sclerosus ## Footnote This condition can lead to significant discomfort and complications.
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What condition is indicated by **interdigital erythema with fissuring and scale between toes**?
tinea pedis (athlete's foot) ## Footnote This condition is commonly known as athlete's foot.
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What is characterized by **fragile blistering skin on sun-exposed hands** with a history of alcohol use?
porphyria cutanea tarda ## Footnote This condition is associated with photosensitivity.
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What condition presents as **hypopigmented scaly patches on the trunk that fail to tan**?
pityriasis versicolor ## Footnote Treatment involves the use of topical antifungal agents.
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What is indicated by a **herald patch followed by multiple oval scaly lesions**?
pityriasis rosea ## Footnote This condition typically starts with a single herald patch.
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Lichen planus is characterized by the **6 Ps**: what are they?
* pruritic * purple * polygonal * planar * papules * plaques ## Footnote Often, Wickham striae are present.
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What condition is indicated by **brown patches in flexures in obese patients**?
erythrasma ## Footnote Treatment is typically with erythromycin.
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What is described as a **rapidly enlarging painful ulcer with a violaceous undermined edge** in autoimmune disease?
pyoderma gangrenosum ## Footnote This condition is associated with autoimmune disorders.
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What condition is characterized by a **face-first maculopapular rash and lymphadenopathy**, with the rash fading within days?
rubella ## Footnote This viral infection is also known as German measles.
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What are the complications of **Rifampicin**?
* Orange secretions * hepatitis ## Footnote These side effects are important to monitor during treatment.
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What complication is associated with **Isoniazid**?
peripheral neuropathy ## Footnote This can be reduced with pyridoxine co-prescription.
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What complication does **Pyrazinamide** cause?
Gout ## Footnote This side effect is important to consider in patients with a history of gout.
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What complication is associated with **Ethambutol**?
optic neuropathy ## Footnote Regular eye examinations are recommended during treatment.
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What is **fibromyalgia** described as?
Central sensitisation syndrome ## Footnote The CNS amplifies pain signals abnormally.
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Who is most commonly affected by **fibromyalgia**?
Women aged 30–55 ## Footnote This demographic is most frequently diagnosed with the condition.
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What are the **core features** of fibromyalgia?
* Widespread musculoskeletal pain * Profound fatigue and unrefreshing sleep * Normal investigations ## Footnote These features help in diagnosing fibromyalgia.
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What are some **associated symptoms** of fibromyalgia?
* Fibro fog * IBS * depression * morning stiffness * paraesthesia * bladder urgency * headaches ## Footnote These symptoms can vary among individuals.
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What conditions should be **excluded** when diagnosing fibromyalgia?
* Hypothyroidism * rheumatoid arthritis * SLE * PMR * inflammatory myopathy ## Footnote These conditions can present with similar symptoms.
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What is the **first-line treatment** for fibromyalgia?
* Non-pharmacological approaches * exercise * CBT * sleep hygiene * physiotherapy ## Footnote These methods are recommended before considering medication.
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What are some **pharmacological treatments** for fibromyalgia?
* amitriptyline * duloxetine * pregabalin ## Footnote These medications may be used if non-pharmacological treatments are insufficient.
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What is **DMD**?
Progressive muscle degeneration due to absent dystrophin protein ## Footnote DMD stands for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
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What is the genetic inheritance pattern of **DMD**?
X-linked recessive ## Footnote Affects boys and is carried by mothers.
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What protein is absent in **DMD**?
Dystrophin ## Footnote Its absence causes muscle fibers to tear and die with use.
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At what age do symptoms of **DMD** typically become apparent?
Age 3–5 ## Footnote Symptoms usually manifest in boys.
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Name a clinical feature of **DMD** that involves difficulty with movement.
* Proximal muscle weakness * Gowers' sign * Pseudohypertrophy of calves * Waddling gait ## Footnote These features indicate muscle weakness and compensatory mechanisms.
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What is **Gowers' sign**?
Walks hands up legs to stand ## Footnote This sign indicates proximal muscle weakness.
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What is a significant laboratory finding in **DMD**?
CK massively elevated ## Footnote This is often the first clue in diagnosis.
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What investigations confirm a diagnosis of **DMD**?
* Genetic testing * Muscle biopsy ## Footnote Genetic testing confirms mutation, while muscle biopsy shows absent dystrophin.
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What are some complications associated with **DMD**?
* Dilated cardiomyopathy * Respiratory failure * Wheelchair bound by early teens ## Footnote These complications significantly impact quality of life.
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What are the main treatments for **DMD**?
* Steroids (prednisolone / deflazacort) * Cardiac protection (ACE inhibitor, beta-blocker) * Gene therapy (ataluren / exon skipping for specific mutations) ## Footnote Treatments aim to manage symptoms and slow disease progression.
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According to **NICE guidelines**, which patients aged >55 meet urgent 2-week wait referral criteria for suspected upper GI cancer?
* Weight loss with dyspepsia * Weight loss with reflux * Weight loss with upper abdominal pain * Dysphagia at any age ## Footnote These criteria are important for early detection of upper gastrointestinal cancers.
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What is the topical strength of **permethrin** used for lice?
5% ## Footnote For scabies, the topical strength is 1%.
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In **Hashimoto’s thyroiditis**, which antibodies are commonly present?
* Anti-thyroglobulin antibodies * Anti-thyroid peroxidase antibodies ## Footnote These antibodies are indicative of autoimmune thyroid disease.
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What should you think of in returning travellers with **bloody diarrhoea**, abdominal cramps, and fever?
Shigella ## Footnote This pathogen is associated with these symptoms in recent travellers.
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When should **memantine** be added in moderate Alzheimer’s?
If already on an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and still declining ## Footnote Use memantine monotherapy only in severe cases or when AChIs are not tolerated.
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What is the first-line treatment for **nausea and vomiting** in malignant bowel obstruction?
Hyoscine butylbromide ## Footnote It reduces smooth muscle spasm and GI secretions.
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In men with bothersome voiding symptoms and no complications, what does **NICE** recommend starting?
An alpha-blocker such as tamsulosin or alfuzosin ## Footnote This is recommended for symptom relief.
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What is the first-line treatment for **mild-to-moderate oral candidiasis**?
Miconazole oral gel ## Footnote Reserve oral fluconazole for more severe or refractory cases.
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What is the most common organism in **epiglottitis** today?
Streptococcus species ## Footnote This change is due to widespread vaccination against Haemophilus influenzae type b.
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How many days before elective surgery should **clopidogrel** be stopped?
7 days ## Footnote This allows time for platelet function to recover due to its irreversible platelet inhibition.
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What does **haematuria** occurring within 1–2 days of a respiratory tract infection strongly suggest?
IgA nephropathy ## Footnote Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis presents later (1–2 weeks).
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What sign does **sigmoid volvulus** show on AXR?
'Coffee bean' sign ## Footnote This indicates a massively dilated loop of bowel with a central crease pointing towards the right upper quadrant.
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What should you think of in a young woman with a firm, smooth, mobile breast lump?
Fibroadenoma ## Footnote Especially if it feels like a 'breast mouse.'
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What causes **Korsakoff dementia**?
Thiamine deficiency ## Footnote It causes irreversible damage to the mamillary bodies; always give thiamine before glucose in alcohol-dependent patients.
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What is the first-line treatment for **limited alopecia areata**?
Topical potent corticosteroids such as betamethasone valerate ## Footnote These are effective for localized cases.
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When is **LTOT** offered?
* PaO₂ < 7.3 kPa * PaO₂ 7.3–8.0 kPa with secondary complications ## Footnote Complications include polycythaemia, pulmonary hypertension, or cor pulmonale.
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What is the first-line treatment for a patient with **myasthenia gravis** who is clinically stable?
Pyridostigmine ## Footnote This is the preferred treatment if the patient is not in crisis.
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What is the first-line treatment if **intussusception** is confirmed without signs of perforation?
Therapeutic contrast or air enema ## Footnote It serves both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
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What should be checked before starting **azathioprine**?
TPMT enzyme activity ## Footnote This is crucial to avoid life-threatening myelosuppression in patients with low or absent TPMT levels.
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What condition should be considered in an active adolescent with **anterior knee pain** localized to the tibial tuberosity?
Osgood-Schlatter disease ## Footnote Symptoms worsen with activity and are relieved by rest.
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What should a sudden onset left-sided **varicocele** in an older man raise suspicion of?
Renal cell carcinoma ## Footnote This may obstruct venous drainage via the left testicular vein.
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What is the **gold standard** for confirming gastrointestinal perforation?
CT abdomen and pelvis ## Footnote It identifies free air, perforation site, and complications.
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The classic symptoms of **neuroleptic malignant syndrome** include which of the following?
* Hyperthermia * Autonomic instability * Severe muscle rigidity with reduced reflexes * Acute kidney injury ## Footnote These symptoms occur in patients receiving antipsychotic treatment.
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Chest pain with elevated troponin following a recent viral illness in a young patient suggests **what condition**?
myocarditis ## Footnote This is true even in the absence of classic ECG changes.
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Sudden severe chest pain radiating to the back with an inter-arm blood pressure difference indicates **what condition**?
aortic dissection ## Footnote This should be assumed until proven otherwise.
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Facial swelling, raised JVP, and a positive **Pemberton’s sign** in a patient with lung cancer indicate what?
superior vena cava (SVC) obstruction ## Footnote Urgent steroids are first-line to reduce venous compression.
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Ischaemic colitis classically presents with which symptoms?
* Crampy abdominal pain * PR bleeding * Metabolic acidosis * Thumb printing on AXR ## Footnote Often triggered by hypotension or low-flow states such as recent myocardial infarction.
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In beta-blocker overdose with refractory bradycardia and hypotension, what is the **first-line antidote**?
glucagon ## Footnote It increases intracellular cAMP independently of beta-receptors.
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Classic features of **carbon monoxide poisoning** include which symptoms?
* Headache * Nausea * Vomiting * Cherry-red flushed skin ## Footnote Requires high-flow 100% oxygen to accelerate carboxyhaemoglobin dissociation.
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A crescent-shaped hyperdense collection on CT with fluctuating confusion is classic for what condition?
subdural haematoma ## Footnote Especially in older patients or those with coagulopathy or liver disease.
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What are the classic symptoms of **serotonin syndrome**?
* Altered mental state * Autonomic instability * Neuromuscular hyperactivity ## Footnote Particularly clonus or myoclonus with hyperreflexia.
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Pancytopenia with a hypocellular, fatty bone marrow is diagnostic of what condition?
aplastic anaemia ## Footnote Often associated with autoimmune disease or drug exposure.
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For INR 5–8 with minor bleeding, NICE recommends what action regarding **warfarin**?
* Stop warfarin * Urgent assessment for vitamin K reversal ## Footnote PCC or blood products are reserved for major or life-threatening bleeding.
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Sudden severe abdominal pain with board-like rigidity indicates what condition?
peritonitis from gastrointestinal perforation ## Footnote Even if amylase is mildly raised.
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Symptoms of **quinine toxicity** (cinchonism) include which of the following?
* Tinnitus * Flushing * Nausea * QT prolongation ## Footnote These symptoms are indicative of quinine toxicity.
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Signs of **basal skull fracture** include which features?
* Peri-orbital bruising (raccoon eyes) * Mastoid bruising (Battle’s sign) ## Footnote Mandate a CT head within 1 hour, even if the GCS is normal.
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A direct blow to the knee with acute pain, swelling, and bruising raises suspicion for what injury?
tibial plateau fracture ## Footnote This is considered an orthopaedic emergency.
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A shortened, externally rotated leg with an X-ray showing a fracture just below the femoral head indicates what type of fracture?
intracapsular (subcapital) femoral neck fracture ## Footnote This type of fracture is significant in clinical practice.
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T wave flattening or inversion, ST depression, and a prolonged QT interval in a patient with diarrhoea indicate what condition?
hypokalaemia ## Footnote These ECG changes are classic for hypokalaemia.
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Irregular cannon A waves indicate what condition?
intermittent atrioventricular dissociation ## Footnote Most characteristic of ventricular tachycardia, particularly following acute myocardial infarction.
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Cyclophosphamide requires co-prescription of what to prevent **hemorrhagic cystitis**?
mesna ## Footnote This is necessary to counteract toxic urinary metabolites.
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Cisplatin causes renal tubular toxicity leading to which electrolyte imbalances?
* Magnesium wasting * Hypokalaemia * Hypocalcaemia ## Footnote These imbalances are secondary effects of cisplatin treatment.
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Gastric MALT lymphoma associated with **Helicobacter pylori** should be treated with what initial therapy?
H. pylori eradication therapy ## Footnote This can lead to complete lymphoma regression in most cases.
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A signet ring cell appearance on histology is characteristic of what type of cancer?
diffuse-type gastric adenocarcinoma ## Footnote Often presents with weight loss and dyspepsia.
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What is the cardiotoxic drug that requires baseline assessment of left ventricular function before starting treatment?
Trastuzumab ## Footnote This assessment is mandatory due to the risk of cardiotoxicity.
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Haematuria with polycythaemia, hypercalcaemia, and hypertension is suggestive of what type of cancer?
renal cell carcinoma ## Footnote Particularly the clear cell subtype, due to ectopic hormone production.
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A new-onset left-sided varicocele associated with haematuria and flank pain is a classic red flag for what condition?
renal cell carcinoma ## Footnote This is due to renal vein obstruction.
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Hypokalaemia and hypomagnesaemia from long-term diuretic use are common triggers for what?
ventricular arrhythmias ## Footnote Especially in patients with heart failure.
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Syncope during exercise with a prolonged QTc on ECG is classic for what syndrome?
congenital long QT syndrome ## Footnote This is a key cause of sudden cardiac death in young people.
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What is the **1st line treatment** for **uncomplicated Falciparum malaria**?
PO Artemether-lumefantrine ## Footnote This treatment is recommended for cases that are not severe.
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What is the **1st line treatment** for **complicated/severe Falciparum malaria**?
IV Artesunate ## Footnote This is indicated for severe cases of the disease.
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Severe disease in Falciparum malaria is suggested by parasitaemia greater than _______.
> 2% ## Footnote This threshold indicates a more severe infection requiring urgent treatment.
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What is the **autoantibody** associated with **Primary sclerosing cholangitis**?
pANCA +ve ## Footnote This marker is often found in patients with this condition.
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In **HFrEF** (EF ≤40%), what class of medication is considered a core disease-modifying therapy?
SGLT2 inhibitors ## Footnote These should be added regardless of rhythm or diabetes status.
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Before starting **azathioprine**, what activity should be checked to prevent severe bone marrow suppression?
TPMT activity ## Footnote This test is crucial for safe administration of the drug.
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A tympanic membrane with visible air–fluid level and symptoms of hearing difficulty suggests _______.
otitis media with effusion ## Footnote This condition is characterized by fluid accumulation in the middle ear.
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Chronic diarrhoea after cholecystectomy or ileal disease/resection may indicate _______.
bile acid malabsorption ## Footnote This can be investigated with SeHCAT testing.
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Lichen planus is characterised by the **6 Ps**: pruritic, purple, polygonal, planar papules and _______.
plaques ## Footnote Often, Wickham striae are also present.
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Clubbing with painful swelling of the wrists and ankles in a patient with chronic cough is associated with _______.
non-small cell lung cancer ## Footnote Particularly squamous cell carcinoma is strongly linked to these symptoms.
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In atrial fibrillation with heart failure, if beta-blocker therapy alone does not achieve adequate rate control, NICE NG196 recommends adding _______.
digoxin ## Footnote This recommendation is made to enhance rate control.
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Tinnitus, flushing, nausea, and QT prolongation point to _______.
quinine toxicity (cinchonism) ## Footnote These symptoms are indicative of toxicity from quinine.
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Post-surgery day 5–14 with falling platelets suggests _______.
heparin-induced thrombocytopenia ## Footnote This condition should be considered in the differential diagnosis.
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In urge incontinence with dementia, it is advised to avoid _______ and consider a beta-3 agonist instead.
anticholinergics ## Footnote This is due to potential cognitive side effects.
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Rough scaly plaques on sun-exposed skin in older adults are indicative of _______.
actinic keratosis ## Footnote This condition is a precursor to skin cancer.
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The **“Coffee bean sign”** on abdominal X-ray indicates _______.
sigmoid volvulus ## Footnote This sign is characteristic of this condition.