Curriculum
- 19 Sections
- 115 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
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- Adrenal Insufficiency (Addison’s)10
- Pituitary Problems6
- Hyperthyroidism8
- Hypothyroidism10
- Neck Lumps & Salivary Gland ProblemsAge-based categorisation: - Children and young adults: Usually congenital, developmental, or inflammatory conditions associated with infections - Adults over 40: Increased risk of cancer (soft tissue cancers, thyroid cancer, lymphoma) Types of neck lumps:4
- Gilbert Syndrome6
- Hepatitis A7
- Hepatitis B7
- Hepatitis C1
- Jaundice Adults5
- Jaundice Newborns6
- Hypercalcemia7
- Hyponatremia6
- Acute Pancreatitis5
- Chronic Pancreatitis7
- Gout7
- Obesity6
- Vitamin D Deficiency7
Signs & Symptoms
Signs & Symptoms
Acute joint inflammation: heat, pain, swelling Tophi:
- Chronic crystal deposits on joints/tendons (ankles, elbows, knees)
- Usually painless
- Can become infected with white discharge
- 50% develop tophi within 10 years if untreated