Gas-Forming Kidney Infection
A medical case of a severe kidney infection presenting with leukocytosis and hyperglycemia. CT reveals gas in the kidney, a hallmark of a life-threatening condition.
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A Puzzling Shadow on Chest X-Ray
A chest radiograph shows a density with an air-fluid level. Explore the diagnostic journey from imaging to endoscopy to uncover the cause of this finding.
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A Puzzling Patch of Skin Nodules
A patient presents with long-standing skin nodules confined to one body segment. Explore the diagnostic process, including biopsy findings, for this rare finding.
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The Traveler’s Stubborn Wart
An asymptomatic male from North Africa presents with a verrucous lesion on his thumb. What's the surprising diagnosis revealed by a simple skin smear?
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An Obstructive Masquerade
A patient presents with signs of a large bowel obstruction, but imaging reveals no mechanical blockage. Explore this case of massive colonic dilatation.
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What Your Earlobe Might Reveal
A diagonal crease in the earlobe, known as Frank's sign, can be more than just a wrinkle. Explore its link to a common systemic condition.
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Swallowing Trouble: A Twisted Tale
A case of dysphagia and chest pain. Learn how a characteristic 'corkscrew esophagus' on a barium swallow helps identify the underlying cause.
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Gas in the Joint: A Deeper Look
An 82-year-old with hip pain after a replacement presents with a rare infection. Discover the surprising underlying diagnosis linking orthopedics and oncology.
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The Mauritanian Foot Case
A patient from Mauritania presents with a chronic, slowly progressive foot lesion. Explore the differential diagnosis for this granulomatous infection.
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Decoding the Saber-Like Tibia
A patient presents with a saber-like tibia and prominent veins. Explore the diagnosis behind cortical thickening and bone bowing in this classic case.
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