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Which diagnostic test is commonly used for evaluating Sjogren Syndrome?
Which diagnostic test is commonly used for evaluating Sjogren Syndrome?
- Electromyography
- Muscle and skin biopsy
- Sialogram (correct)
- Biopsy
What is a common management approach for Myositis?
What is a common management approach for Myositis?
- Corticosteroids and immunosuppressants (correct)
- Blood tests and diagnostic tests
- Sialogram and electromyography
- NSAIDs and cyclosporine
Which blood test results are indicative of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
Which blood test results are indicative of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
- Positive HLA-B27 and HLA-DR4
- Positive RF and ACPA (correct)
- Positive ANA and anti-dsDNA
- Positive CRP and ESR
What is a common medication used to increase production of saliva in Sjogren Syndrome patients?
What is a common medication used to increase production of saliva in Sjogren Syndrome patients?
What type of examination is often required to confirm the diagnosis in patients with Scleroderma?
What type of examination is often required to confirm the diagnosis in patients with Scleroderma?
In managing Myositis, what do immunosuppressants do?
In managing Myositis, what do immunosuppressants do?
Which class of drugs is considered a first-line treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which class of drugs is considered a first-line treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which of the following medications is used to decrease eye inflammation in Sjogren Syndrome?
Which of the following medications is used to decrease eye inflammation in Sjogren Syndrome?
What do positive RF and ACPA indicate in the evaluation of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
What do positive RF and ACPA indicate in the evaluation of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
What can MRI and ultrasonography detect in early Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What can MRI and ultrasonography detect in early Rheumatoid Arthritis?
