Painful Ulcers on the Palate
A patient presents with multiple erythematous ulcers on the hard and soft palates. Explore the diagnosis and management of this painful oral condition.
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What’s This Hairy Eye Mass?
A patient presents with a white, ovoid mass on the eye with several black hairs growing from it. Explore the diagnosis and management of this condition.
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A Case of Extensive Calcification
A challenging case of calcinosis cutis with recurrent infections. Explore the differential diagnosis of this complex rheumatological condition.
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A Twisted Tale of Dysphagia
Explore a case of a hypertensive peristaltic disorder presenting with a classic 'corkscrew' appearance on barium swallow. Learn about diagnosis and management.
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The Dry Eye & Facial Palsy Puzzle
Explore a complex case of a patient with dry eyes, dry mouth, parotid swelling, and facial palsy. Learn how hilar adenopathy points to a rare diagnosis.
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A Wedge on the Chest X-ray
A patient presents with dyspnea. The chest radiograph reveals a peripheral wedge-shaped opacification. Explore the significance of Hampton's hump.
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When the Hairline Retreats
A postmenopausal woman presents with progressive frontoparietal hairline recession and loss of eyebrows. Explore this classic case of cicatricial alopecia.
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Air in the Bowel Wall: Benign or Bad?
Discover the clinical significance of finding air within the intestinal wall. Learn when this radiological sign indicates a benign issue versus a serious emergency.
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Acupuncture’s Unwanted Mark
A patient develops red, scaly papules on their back and buttocks after an acupuncture session. What underlying condition explains this unusual reaction?
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A Large Birthmark’s Hidden Dangers
A patient presents with an extensive pigmented lesion since birth. Explore the diagnosis, risks of melanoma, and management of this significant skin condition.
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