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A 42-year-old woman presents to the clinic with progressive fatigue and weakness for 6 months. She also complains of tingling and numbness in her arms and legs. Physical examination reveals decreased both superficial and deep sensations in her arms and legs. Blood count reveals decreased numbers of erythrocytes, leucocytes, and platelets along with increased … Read more
Q- A 55-year-old man underwent internal fixation of a fractured femur after a motorcar accident and massive bleeding 24 hours ago. He was stable after the surgery and his urine output was normal after he received intravenous fluids. Now he complains of substernal chest pain and shortness of breath. On examination, His temperature is 98.8 … Read more
Q- An 18-year-old man presents to the office for evaluation of multiple swellings in his neck. On examination, he has multiple large lymph nodes in his neck. Neurological examination reveals poor coordination on walking. Biopsy of lymph node is positive for lymphoma. He is diagnosed with ataxia-telangiectasia. What is the etiology of this disorder? A- … Read more
Q- A 45-year-old man presents with a 2-day history of severe low back pain radiating to both legs. He now reports new-onset urinary retention and decreased sensation in the perianal region. On examination, there is bilateral lower extremity weakness and decreased anal sphincter tone. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in … Read more
Q- A 58-year-old woman with hyperlipidemia has been taking simvastatin for the past 6 months. She recently started drinking a large glass of grapefruit juice every morning. Two weeks later, she presents with diffuse muscle pain and weakness. Laboratory studies reveal a markedly elevated creatine kinase (CK) level. Which of the following best explains the … Read more