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Leg Pain - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Bone/Joint Causes of Leg Pain:
 • Fracture
 • Arthritis
 • Gout/pseudogout
Diagnosis Framework ... Causes of Leg Pain ... causing nerve damage ... Epidural abscess - Herpes ... zoster - HIV
Gout of the Knee: Image on right demonstrates redness and swelling caused by acute gouty arthritis.
: Image on right ... redness and swelling caused ... for comparison. skin ... changes seen in both legs ... #Photo #Gouty #
A quick infographic on the importance of sun protection and the various results of sun damage
#wavelengths #causes ... #diagnosis #dermatology ... Soter NA. ... cancer: clinical ... here for CME credit
Common Dermatological Conditions - Distribution and Morphology
 • Acne vulgaris - Face, upper back, chest -
Ankles, lower legs ... Psoriasis - Elbows, knees ... border on sun-damaged ... zoster - Dermatomal ... #differential #diagnosis
Transverse Myelitis Overview

Focal inflammatory disorder of the spinal cord resulting in rapid onset of weakness, sensory
inflammation and tissue damage ... flexors of the legs ... or without back pain ... • Infectious causes ... zoster, West Nile
Erythema Nodosum Overview

Definition: 
 • EN is an inflammatory condition characterized by tender, red nodules, typically
• EN often serves ... the ankles and knees ... Diagnostic Approach ... drugs (NSAIDs) for pain ... • Bed rest and leg