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Algorithmic Approach to Anemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework by MCV

Microcytic (MCV < 80) "TAILS":
 • Thalassemia
Algorithmic Approach ... to Anemia - Differential ... Diagnosis Framework ... , CKD • Hemolytic ... B12 deficiency, Orotic
Generalized Weakness - Differential Diagnosis Framework
"l feel weak":
 • Infectious: Influenza, EBV, PNA, Bacteremia, Sepsis
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- Differential ... Sepsis • Kidneys: CKD ... ILD, OSA, pHTN, Anemia ... Polyneuropathy, ALS), NMJ disorder ... #neurology
Blood Disorders - Markers and Differential Diagnosis Algorithm 
Acute
 • Myloid (AML) - CD13, CD33, CD34,
- Markers and Differential ... Diagnosis Algorithm ... Pelger-Huet, Macrocytic anemia ... hematology #Markers #Differential ... #Diagnosis #Algorithm
Causes of Peripheral Weakness without Sensory Changes - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
No Objective Weakness
 • Cardio-pulmonary disease
Diagnosis Algorithm ... Cardio-pulmonary disease • Anemia ... involvement, elevated CK ... #Neurology #Differential ... #Diagnosis #Algorithm
Causes of Secondary / Provoked Seizures - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Febrile
Infection
 • Sepsis
 • Encephalitis
 • Meningitis
Metabolic
Diagnosis Algorithm ... Hyponatremia • Uremia ... Provoked #Seizures #Neurology ... #Differential # ... Diagnosis #Algorithm
Causes of Peripheral Weakness - With and Without Sensory Changes - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
With Sensory Changes:
Diagnosis Algorithm ... involvement, elevated CK ... #Sensory #Neurology ... #Differential # ... Diagnosis #Algorithm
Causes of Hemiplegia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Cerebral Hemisphere (Contralateral motor cortex)
 • Aphasia
 • Apraxia
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of Hemiplegia - Differential ... Diagnosis Algorithm ... #Hemiplegia #Neurology ... #Differential # ... Diagnosis #Algorithm
Creatine Kinase - Causes of Elevated CK Levels
Acute CK Elevation (Pain > Weakness):
 • RHABDOMYOLYSIS
Electrolytes: hypo- phos, kalemia ... Neuromuscular disorders ... connective tissue disorder ... #differential # ... diagnosis #rhabdomyolysis
Causes of Dizziness / Lightheadedness - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Lightheaded, unsteady, disoriented - Non-vertigo
Organic Disease
 • Presyncope/Vasodepressor
Diagnosis Algorithm ... Hyperventilation • Anemia ... Anxiety • Panic Disorder ... Lightheadedness #Neurology ... Diagnosis #Algorithm
Hypoglycemia Differential Diagnosis and Management Algorithm

Features of hypoglycemia:
 • Neurogenic: Tremor, Palpitations, Anxiety, Arousal, Sweating, Hunger,
Hypoglycemia Differential ... Diagnosis and Management ... Neuroglycopenic: Dizziness, Weakness ... Suspected Hypoglycemia Disorder ... #Diagnosis #Management