A “sign” refers to the objective finding, which a clinician observes during the clinical examination of the patient. Signs implicate significant changes or abnormal findings which can assist the clinician in making the final diagnosis of any disorder. Cutaneous signs indicate various dermatological and systemic disorders and sometimes help the dermatologist in making a spot diagnosis. Various cutaneous signs have been described in many infectious disorders. Here, an attempt is made to compile various such cutaneous signs seen in infectious diseases. Show
Various signs seen in syphilis and Hansen’s disease are summarized in Tables 1 and 2. Table 1:: Various signs seen in syphilis44-52
Table 2:: Signs associated with leprosy7, 53, 54 Sign Description
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Which are characteristics specific to RA?Signs and symptoms of RA include: Pain or aching in more than one joint. Stiffness in more than one joint. Tenderness and swelling in more than one joint.
Which findings are associated with Stage 3 RA?Stage III (severe progression) – Radiographic evidence of cartilage and bone destruction in addition to periarticular osteoporosis; joint deformity (eg, subluxation, ulnar deviation, or hyperextension) without fibrous or bony ankylosis; muscle atrophy is extensive; extra-articular soft tissue lesions (eg, nodules, ...
Which assessment finding may be related to osteoarthritis?SIGNS / EXAM FINDINGS: Physical findings in osteoarthritic joints include bony enlargement, crepitus, cool effusions, and decreased range of motion. Tenderness on palpation at the joint line and pain on passive motion are also common, although not unique to OA.
Which lifestyle changes may help prevent osteoarthritis?Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with low-impact exercise, getting plenty of rest and enough sleep, and maintaining a healthy diet and weight are simple ways you can reduce and manage OA symptoms so that you can live a healthy and fulfilling life.
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