Ancient Remedy for Aching Joints
A 58-year-old woman has chronic joint pain. Discover an ancient metallic element used in acupuncture and medicine to treat rheumatological conditions.
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The Curious Case of a Swollen Ear
A 31-year-old presents with recurrent ear swelling, joint pain, and fatigue. Explore the diagnostic journey for this rare systemic condition.
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A Painful Tongue in GCA
An 86-year-old woman with GCA develops tongue pain and necrosis. Which artery is thrombosed? Explore this rare complication of giant-cell arteritis.
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A Puzzle in the Periphery
An 84-year-old man presents with fever, malaise, and painful, blue-black discoloration of his fingers and toes. What is the underlying diagnosis?
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A Curious Cause of Diffuse Bone Pain
Explore a case of a 65-year-old lung transplant patient with hand swelling and diffuse bone pain. Learn about a rare iatrogenic cause of periostitis.
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Painful Hands & Breathing Trouble
A 48-year-old man presents with painful hand ulcers and shortness of breath. Explore the diagnosis behind this rare but serious dermatological condition.
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When Fingertips Harden and Swell
A 77-year-old with systemic sclerosis presents with painful fingertip swelling. Explore the diagnosis based on hand radiographs showing calcifications.
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A Destructive Cough & Nasal Collapse
A 42-year-old man presents with a chronic cough, fever, and nasal issues. A CT scan reveals shocking bone destruction. What's the underlying diagnosis?
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A Curious Case of Glossitis
A 78-year-old man on steroids for vasculitis presents with a painful tongue ulcer. Explore the differential diagnosis for oral ulcers in the immunocompromised.
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A Case of Painful, Gritty Eyes
A 64-year-old woman presents with a 5-month history of photophobia, ocular pain, and a foreign-body sensation. Explore the differential diagnosis.
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