The Dissolving Lens Mystery

Cataract
Explore a case of a hypermature eye condition where the lens dissolves, causing its nucleus to sink. Learn why this requires urgent surgical management.
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A Case of Innumerable Lumps

Familial multiple lipomatosis
Explore the diagnosis of an asymptomatic male with over 40 painless, mobile nodules on his arms and legs. Learn about this rare autosomal dominant disorder.
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A Case of Progressive Dysphagia

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Explore a case of a patient with difficulty swallowing and tongue atrophy, pointing to a progressive neurodegenerative disease. What's the diagnosis?
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A Deviated Tongue Mystery

Hypoglossal nerve palsy
Explore the clinical signs of unilateral tongue deviation and wasting. Learn to differentiate the causes behind this distinct neurological finding.
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Sun-Induced Skin Reaction

Phototoxic dermatitis
A patient develops a rash on sun-exposed skin after using new facial products. Explore the diagnosis behind this common sun-sensitive dermatitis.
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A Curious Case of Concentric Rings

Tinea circinata
A patient presents with a violaceous plaque showing concentric rings and pustules. A KOH prep confirms a fungal cause. What is this rare form of tinea corporis?
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A Curious Case of Upper Body Cyanosis

Superior vena cava syndrome
Explore a medical case of cyanosis confined to the head, neck, and arms. Discover the underlying cause, confirmed by venography, and its successful treatment.
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Post-Bariatric Surgery Rash: A Hidden Deficiency

Zinc
A perioral rash after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass can signal a serious micronutrient deficiency. Learn about the diagnosis and management of this skin condition.
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A Puzzling Palatal Mass

Syphilitic gumma
A patient presents with a large, often ulcerating mass on the tongue or hard palate. Explore the differential diagnosis and management of this rare oral lesion.
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An Acute Headache’s Ominous Sign

Stroke
A 47-year-old presents with an acute headache. A brain CT reveals a hyperdense MCA sign. What is the most likely diagnosis and what does this sign mean?
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