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What is the primary cell type responsible for osteoclast production in the joint space in rheumatoid arthritis?
What is the primary cell type responsible for osteoclast production in the joint space in rheumatoid arthritis?
- T cells
- B cells
- Monocytes (correct)
- Macrophages
Which of the following complications is commonly associated with rheumatoid arthritis?
Which of the following complications is commonly associated with rheumatoid arthritis?
- Sickle cell anemia
- Thalassemia
- Normochromic, normocytic anemia (correct)
- Hemolytic anemia
What is the main cause of Atlanto-axial subluxation in rheumatoid arthritis?
What is the main cause of Atlanto-axial subluxation in rheumatoid arthritis?
- Rupture of neck muscles
- Degeneration of cervical vertebrae
- Erosion of the odontoid process and/or transverse ligaments (correct)
- Erosion of the spinal cord
Which treatment is specifically mentioned for mild to moderate rheumatoid arthritis?
Which treatment is specifically mentioned for mild to moderate rheumatoid arthritis?
What type of nodule is described as necrotizing granulomas in rheumatoid arthritis?
What type of nodule is described as necrotizing granulomas in rheumatoid arthritis?
Which complication can lead to digital gangrene in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis?
Which complication can lead to digital gangrene in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis?
What is a common symptom seen in Sjogren’s syndrome?
What is a common symptom seen in Sjogren’s syndrome?
Which autoimmune disease is commonly associated with Sjogren’s syndrome?
Which autoimmune disease is commonly associated with Sjogren’s syndrome?
In Sjogren’s syndrome, what gland may present as swollen?
In Sjogren’s syndrome, what gland may present as swollen?
What is the characteristic tongue appearance seen in Sjogren’s syndrome?
What is the characteristic tongue appearance seen in Sjogren’s syndrome?
Which condition is associated with an increased risk of lymphoma/Maltoma?
Which condition is associated with an increased risk of lymphoma/Maltoma?
What diagnostic test is used to assess the level of tear production in Sjogren’s syndrome?
What diagnostic test is used to assess the level of tear production in Sjogren’s syndrome?
Which autoimmune disease is characterized by dry eyes and dry mouth?
Which autoimmune disease is characterized by dry eyes and dry mouth?
What is the specific autoantibody profile that can assist in the diagnosis of connective tissue diseases?
What is the specific autoantibody profile that can assist in the diagnosis of connective tissue diseases?
Which autoimmune disease affects the skin causing hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues?
Which autoimmune disease affects the skin causing hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues?
What is the main focus of disease management for rheumatoid arthritis?
What is the main focus of disease management for rheumatoid arthritis?
Which autoimmune disease primarily affects the joints and causes symmetrical joint pain and swelling?
Which autoimmune disease primarily affects the joints and causes symmetrical joint pain and swelling?
How do autoantibody profiles contribute to the diagnosis of connective tissue diseases?
How do autoantibody profiles contribute to the diagnosis of connective tissue diseases?
What is the relevance of Focal lymphocytic sialadenitis (FLS) to dentistry?
What is the relevance of Focal lymphocytic sialadenitis (FLS) to dentistry?
Which investigation has largely replaced Sialography & Scintigraphy?
Which investigation has largely replaced Sialography & Scintigraphy?
What pathology is associated with Lupus Erythematosus?
What pathology is associated with Lupus Erythematosus?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with cerebral micro-infarcts in SLE?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with cerebral micro-infarcts in SLE?
What is the percentage of patients with SLE that will develop some degree of renal involvement?
What is the percentage of patients with SLE that will develop some degree of renal involvement?
Which condition is characterized by scarring skin lesions or oral lesions?
Which condition is characterized by scarring skin lesions or oral lesions?
What is a common symptom of lupus erythematosus that is relevant to dentistry?
What is a common symptom of lupus erythematosus that is relevant to dentistry?
Which manifestation is NOT typically associated with scleroderma?
Which manifestation is NOT typically associated with scleroderma?
What reversible skin color change is associated with Raynaud’s phenomenon?
What reversible skin color change is associated with Raynaud’s phenomenon?
Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of Raynaud’s phenomenon?
Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of Raynaud’s phenomenon?
Which condition involves degenerative disease of cartilage and is often affected by mechanical insults?
Which condition involves degenerative disease of cartilage and is often affected by mechanical insults?
What is a common complication of systemic treatment in relation to lupus erythematosus?
What is a common complication of systemic treatment in relation to lupus erythematosus?
