Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome (APS) Quiz

Which age group is most likely to develop APS 2?

Adults (16-40 years)

What is the primary cause of APS?

Immune-mediated destruction of tissues

What is the most common symptom in the presented case?

Enlarged thyroid gland

What is the approximate occurrence rate of APS?

1 in 2-3 million Signup and view all the answers

In APS 4, what type of diseases are combined?

Organ-specific autoimmune diseases Signup and view all the answers

In which type of APS does the syndrome occur in childhood?

APS 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of autoimmune polyglandular syndrome (APS)?

Immune-mediated destruction of tissues Signup and view all the answers

What is the reported frequency of autoimmune polyglandular syndrome (APS)?

1 in 2-3 million Signup and view all the answers

What is the main symptom reported in the case presentation of the 47-year-old Filipino woman?

Enlarged thyroid gland Signup and view all the answers

How many times has the patient been pregnant according to the case presentation?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between true macroglossia and pseudo macroglossia?

True macroglossia is an enlargement of the tongue due to congenital abnormalities, while pseudo macroglossia refers to the tongue appearing large without actual enlargement Signup and view all the answers

What was the birth weight of the patient?

11.5 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What was the method of delivery for the patient?

Cesarean section Signup and view all the answers

What was the postoperative outcome of the coblation-assisted ablation of the tongue deformity?

Minimal bleeding, pain, and swelling Signup and view all the answers

What was the patient's mother's age at the time of the patient's birth?

26 years old Signup and view all the answers