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Shawl sign poikiloderma in Dermatomyositis

Poikiloderma in general is a common finding in older individuals with chronic
Shawl sign poikiloderma ... symptoms helps differentiate ... #Rash #Dermatomyositis ... #Dermatology #Clinical ... #Photo #Neck
Weakness - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Approach To Weakness:
 • Non-neuromuscular disorder (Cardiac, pulmonary etc)
 • CNS ->
Weakness - Differential ... Lack of UMN/LMN signs ... Muscle Biopsy: Dermatomyositis ... #Weakness #Differential ... #Diagnosis #neurology
CNS Infections - Viral Encephalitis and Bacterial Meningitis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Viral Encephalitis:
MCC: Enteroviruses (e.g., coxsackievirus
CNS Infections - ... • Varicella-zoster ... Maculopapular rash ... Acute meningeal signs ... #diagnosis #neurology
Poikiloderma of Civatte (Photodamage Poikiloderma)

Poikiloderma in general is a common finding in older individuals with chronic
along with other signs ... symptoms helps differentiate ... #Photodamage #Rash ... #Dermatology #Clinical ... #Photo #Neck
Transverse Myelitis Overview

Focal inflammatory disorder of the spinal cord resulting in rapid onset of weakness, sensory
that results in CNS ... • Bilateral signs ... Infections: - Herpes zoster ... diagnosis #management #neurology ... #differential
Vasculitis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

When to Consider Vasculitis:
• Purpura, ischemic skin lesions
• Mononeuritis multiplex
• Hematuria, proteinuria,
purpura: Strong sign ... affects the skin, neurologic ... HTN • Check: HBV ... , mucositis • Rash ... chorioretinitis, CNS