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Algorithm for nodular pattern
The algorithm to distinguish perilymphatic, random and centrilobular nodules is the following:
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Algorithm for nodular ... pattern The algorithm ... the nodules are diffuse ... HRCT #CTChest #NodularPattern ... #Nodular #Pattern
Decompression Sickness - The physical examination revealed diffuse violaceous skin mottling over his trunk and arms
examination revealed diffuse ... violaceous skin ... extent of the nausea ... #Clinical #Derm ... #EM #Radiology #
Petechiae are small, red lesions caused when capillaries leak blood into the skin. Petechiae larger than
small, red lesions caused ... blood into the skin ... purpura #Clinical #EM ... #IM #Derm #Petechiae
Skin Hypopigmentation - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Diffuse Congenital - Generalized hypopigmentation of hair, eyes, skin
 • Phenylketonuria
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Diffuse Congenital ... • Piebaldism Diffuse ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #causes
Disorders of Pigmentations - Hypopigmentation and Hyperpigmentation - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

HYPOPIGMENTATION
Diffuse Congenital - Generalized hypopigmentation of
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... of hair, eyes, skin ... Hyperpigmentation #disorders #skin ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #causes
Hair Loss (Alopecia) - General (Diffuse and Focal) Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

DIFFUSE
Scarring - Irreversible-biopsy required
 • Lupus
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... planopilaris Pattern ... - Secondary to Skin ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #causes
Pathyophysiology - hyperglycemic crises in patients with diabetes 
Key signs/symptoms of HHS/DKA:
Both: Polyuria, polydipsia, weight loss,
hyperglycemic crises ... hypovolemia (dry MM, skin ... course (<24h), N/V, diffuse ... seizure) #Pathophys #EM
Differential Diagnosis and Evaluation of Hyponatremia:
1) Identification of onset (acute vs. chronic)
2) Presence of symptoms (HA,
symptoms (HA, nausea ... status (edema, JVD, skin ... history #Diagnosis #EM ... #Differential #Algorithm
Allopecia - Differential Diagnosis Framework for Hair Loss

Localized / Focal Hair Loss Pattern:
 • Scarring Alopecia:
Focal Hair Loss Pattern ... Capitis - Skin ... Traction alopecia Diffuse ... Scaling, pustules, crusts ... Examine the entire skin
Papulosquamous Skin Rash - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Erythrematous or violaceous papules & plaques with overlying scale
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Papulosquamous Skin ... Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Christmas tree pattern ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #causes