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What is the main cause of inflammation in Gout arthritis?
What is the main cause of inflammation in Gout arthritis?
- Deposition of Monosodium Uric crystals in the synovial fluid (correct)
- Build-up of calcium in the joint cartilage
- Presence of cholesterol in the bloodstream
- Accumulation of lactic acid in the muscles
What is a common symptom of Gout arthritis?
What is a common symptom of Gout arthritis?
- Lumps below the skin known as tophi (correct)
- Swollen and warm joints appearing blue
- Persistent itching and dry skin in the joints
- Fever and chills without joint pain
Which joint is often affected by Gout arthritis?
Which joint is often affected by Gout arthritis?
- Shoulder joint
- Jaw joint
- Big toe joint (correct)
- Elbow joint
What is a potential long-term consequence of untreated Gout arthritis?
What is a potential long-term consequence of untreated Gout arthritis?
In Gout arthritis, what does Serum urate levels about 6.8 mg/dL indicate?
In Gout arthritis, what does Serum urate levels about 6.8 mg/dL indicate?
Which condition involves a person developing lumps around the joints due to Gout?
Which condition involves a person developing lumps around the joints due to Gout?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with TB arthritis?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with TB arthritis?
What is one theory regarding why gout commonly affects cooler joints?
What is one theory regarding why gout commonly affects cooler joints?
Chronic gout leads to a degenerative form of arthritis known as:
Chronic gout leads to a degenerative form of arthritis known as:
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of gout arthritis?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of gout arthritis?
Pott's disease typically affects which part of the body?
Pott's disease typically affects which part of the body?
What distinguishes the presentation of TB arthritis from that of gout arthritis?
What distinguishes the presentation of TB arthritis from that of gout arthritis?
According to the passage, which type of arthritis is closely linked to diet?
According to the passage, which type of arthritis is closely linked to diet?
According to the passage, what is the primary cause of gout?
According to the passage, what is the primary cause of gout?
The passage mentions that certain foods can trigger a gout flare-up. Which of the following is NOT considered a high-purine food that can exacerbate gout symptoms?
The passage mentions that certain foods can trigger a gout flare-up. Which of the following is NOT considered a high-purine food that can exacerbate gout symptoms?
According to the passage, which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for arthritis?
According to the passage, which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for arthritis?
Which of the following high-risk groups for arthritis is mentioned in the passage?
Which of the following high-risk groups for arthritis is mentioned in the passage?
According to the passage, which of the following modifiable risk factors can contribute to the onset and progression of knee osteoarthritis?
According to the passage, which of the following modifiable risk factors can contribute to the onset and progression of knee osteoarthritis?
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