A Smooth Tongue’s Hidden Story
Discover why atrophic glossitis, or a smooth, glossy tongue, can be a crucial sign of a serious autoimmune disorder affecting the gut. Learn the connection.
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A Web on the Skin: A Liver Clue
Explore the diagnosis of red, spider-like skin lesions. Learn how this common dermatological finding can be a key indicator of underlying systemic disease.
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A Corkscrew Conundrum
Explore a case of dysphagia where a barium swallow reveals a distinctive corkscrew appearance of the esophagus. What is the underlying motility disorder?
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When Tongue Spots Signal More
Discover the differential diagnosis for telangiectasias of the tongue. Learn why these small red spots can be a key sign of a serious systemic condition.
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Pain, Pelvis, and a Puzzling Scan
Explore a case of abdominal pain where a nuclear scan uncovers an ectopic organ. Learn how Howell-Jolly bodies point to the diagnosis and its complications.
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A Dark Finding in the Colon
Discover the cause of dark pigmentation in the colon seen on endoscopy. Learn about this benign, reversible condition linked to a common medication.
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Gas in the Bowel Wall?
Explore a case of submucosal cysts in the colon. Learn about this rare condition, its presentation from asymptomatic to obstruction, and diagnostic clues.
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An Ominous Abdominal Radiograph
An abdominal X-ray reveals a severely dilated colon and free air. What is the underlying diagnosis that led to this life-threatening surgical emergency?
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An Unexpected Finding on Colonoscopy
A woman presents with abdominal pain and loose stool. Colonoscopy reveals a surprising diagnosis. Explore this case of a common parasitic infection.
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A Rare Cause of Pneumatosis Intestinalis
An abdominal radiograph shows pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis. Discover which common diabetes medication group has been linked to this rare condition.
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