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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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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Ascaris: A Worm’s Winding Journey

Explore the fascinating and complex life cycle of Ascaris lumbricoides, a common intestinal helminth. Learn how this parasite travels through the human body.
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Fever, Jaundice, and a Venous Clue

A patient presents with fever and jaundice. Imaging reveals a serious complication of diverticulitis involving the portal venous system. What is the diagnosis?
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Anemia, Abdominal Pain & Your Dinner Plate

Explore the link between a patient's diet, chronic anemia, and abdominal discomfort. Learn about a common parasitic infection from an unexpected source.
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Decoding Benign Hyperbilirubinemia

Explore Dubin-Johnson syndrome, a rare genetic disorder causing benign hyperbilirubinemia. Learn about its key features, diagnosis, and why bilirubin levels rise.
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Mysterious Gut Bumps

An 18-year-old woman presents with diarrhea and epigastric pain. After a Giardia diagnosis, endoscopy reveals unusual nodules. What's the underlying cause?
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Vomiting and a Mysterious Chest Mass

An 81-year-old woman presents with a week of vomiting. Explore the diagnostic process when imaging reveals a large retrocardiac mass containing air and fluid.
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