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Inflammatory Disorders of Musculoskeletal System
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Inflammatory Disorders of Musculoskeletal System

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What is the acute inflammation of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the great toe known as?

  • Spondylitis
  • Arthritis mutilans
  • Podagra (correct)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for gout?

  • High alcohol consumption
  • Regular exercise (correct)
  • Family history
  • Obesity
  • What is the gold standard for diagnosing gout?

  • X-ray of the affected joint
  • 24-hour urine uric acid test
  • Blood test for C-reactive protein
  • Aspiration of joint showing urate crystals (correct)
  • Which autoimmune inflammatory disease has psoriatic skin disease precede joint disease?

    <p>Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some common symptoms of Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)?

    <p>Joint inflammation, nail changes, and fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)?

    <p>Allopurinol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be confused with OA and RA in chronic gout involving several joints?

    <p>Symmetric arthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does PsA often involve that can lead to separation of nails from the nail bed?

    <p>Pitting and ridging of nails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is characteristic of PsA in later stages that helps differentiate it from other types of arthritis?

    <p>X-ray changes specific to PsA</p> Signup and view all the answers

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