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Vasculitis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

When to Consider Vasculitis:
• Purpura, ischemic skin lesions
• Mononeuritis multiplex
• Hematuria, proteinuria,
purpura: Strong sign ... New headache, scalp ... tract, and often causes ... • Behcet syndrome ... • Cogan syndrome
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)

High mortality without prompt recognition and management. HLH is a critical diagnostic consideration in
caused by uncontrolled ... Presentation • Common Signs ... Pathophysiology ... molecular diagnosis: HScore ... Diagnosis #Management #Hematology
Allopecia - Differential Diagnosis Framework for Hair Loss

Localized / Focal Hair Loss Pattern:
 • Scarring Alopecia:
cellulitis of the scalp ... , Loose anagen syndrome ... Examination: • Signs ... Scaling, pustules, crusts ... Prolactin, FSH, LH
The Neurological Evaluation of a Comatose Patient

Definition:
 • Coma: a state of unresponsiveness; the absence of
• Locked-in syndrome ... • Mutism Pathophysiology ... • Examine for signs ... Glasgow Coma Scale ... UnResponsiveness (FOUR Score
Bulimia Nervosa: Complications
GASTROINTESTINAL
 • Dehydration & inability to digest food -> Constipation
 • Recurrent vomiting exposes
• Boerhaave syndrome ... hormone levels cause ... Cardiac Arrest #BulimiaNervosa ... Complications #pathophysiology ... #diagnosis #signs