Still's disease in adults Flashcards
1
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Bimodal age distribution
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15-25 yrs and 35-46 yrs
2
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Clinical features
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arthralgia
pink, maculopapular rash
pyrexia late afternoon/early evening + accompanies a worsening of joint symptoms
lymphadenopathy
3
Q
Elevated blood test
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elevated serum ferritin
4
Q
Are rheumatoid factor and ANA positive or negative?
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rheumatoid factor (RF) and anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) negative
5
Q
Management of still’s disease
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NSAIDs
steroids
methotrexate, IL-1 or anti-TNF therapy can be considered
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