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Which type of cyst is described as having encysted forms in the life-cycle of various worms?
Which type of cyst is described as having encysted forms in the life-cycle of various worms?
- Parasitic cyst (correct)
- Ganglia cyst
- Dermoid cyst
- Pilonidal cyst
What is a common feature of cysts containing clear fluid?
What is a common feature of cysts containing clear fluid?
- They are usually painful
- They change in size for no reason
- They are brilliantly translucent (correct)
- They feel solid on palpation
How do cysts typically feel when they are fluctuant?
How do cysts typically feel when they are fluctuant?
- Air-filled
- Solid
- Hollow
- Fluid-filled (correct)
What can cause a cyst to become painful due to sudden increase in intracystic tension?
What can cause a cyst to become painful due to sudden increase in intracystic tension?
Which specific type of cyst can lead to common bile duct obstruction according to the text?
Which specific type of cyst can lead to common bile duct obstruction according to the text?
When a cyst becomes infected, what may form and discharge on the surface, causing an ulcer or sinus?
When a cyst becomes infected, what may form and discharge on the surface, causing an ulcer or sinus?
What is the characteristic appearance of a sebaceous cyst?
What is the characteristic appearance of a sebaceous cyst?
Which complication can occur in cysts attached to neighboring structures by a vascular pedicle?
Which complication can occur in cysts attached to neighboring structures by a vascular pedicle?
What may cause a sebaceous cyst to turn purple or black in color?
What may cause a sebaceous cyst to turn purple or black in color?
Which substance is the yellowish white sebaceous material in a sebaceous cyst composed of?
Which substance is the yellowish white sebaceous material in a sebaceous cyst composed of?
Why may breathing become difficult in cases of sudden haemorrhage in a thyroid cyst?
Why may breathing become difficult in cases of sudden haemorrhage in a thyroid cyst?
Where do sebaceous cysts commonly occur?
Where do sebaceous cysts commonly occur?
Which of the following best describes the content of ganglia?
Which of the following best describes the content of ganglia?
What is a common reason patients seek advice regarding ganglia?
What is a common reason patients seek advice regarding ganglia?
How does a ganglion behave when stretched or contracted?
How does a ganglion behave when stretched or contracted?
What is the main indication for the excision of ganglia?
What is the main indication for the excision of ganglia?
Where are mucous cysts commonly found?
Where are mucous cysts commonly found?
What are some possible complications associated with ganglia?
What are some possible complications associated with ganglia?
