A Telltale Sign on the Skin

Cirrhosis
Learn to recognize a common skin lesion that can be a crucial clue for a serious underlying systemic disease. Test your diagnostic skills with this case.
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A Clue in the Clavicle

Gastric cancer
A patient presents with unintentional weight loss. A key finding on physical exam, a left supraclavicular lymph node, points towards a serious diagnosis.
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A Twisted Tale of Dysphagia

Nutcracker esophagus
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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Air in the Bowel Wall: Benign or Bad?

Pneumatosis intestinalis
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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Cobblestone Mouth: What’s the Systemic Link?

Inflammatory bowel disease
A patient presents with unusual white pustules and ulcers on their oral mucosa. Explore the differential diagnosis for these 'cobblestone' lesions.
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A Patient with High Fever & Abdominal Gas

Liver abscess
A patient presents with a high fever. Abdominal CT reveals a gas-forming infection in the liver. Explore the diagnosis and management of this serious condition.
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Cerebral Calcification: An Unusual Clue

Celiac disease
Explore a case of cerebral calcification linked to folate malabsorption. Discover how a common gastrointestinal disorder can have surprising neurological signs.
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A Nodule in Barrett’s Esophagus

Adenocarcinoma
A patient with Barrett's esophagus undergoes endoscopy, revealing a nodular abnormality. What is the most likely diagnosis for this concerning finding?
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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 Tangled Tale of Tummy Troubles

Trichobezoar
A patient presents with abdominal pain. Imaging reveals a strange, meshlike mass in the stomach. What is the diagnosis and its surprising underlying cause?
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