The disease Flashcards by Ryan Govier | Brainscape

Q

In a history, what would suggest OA?

A

A previous injury

Get’s worse as the day goes on (RA in morning)

SOCRATES

asymmetrical

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What are the risk factors for OA?

A

Injury

Genetic

Obesity

Certain hyper mobile jobs, eg farmer

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On a radiograph, what characterises OA?

A

Subchondral cysts

Osteophytes

Subchondral sclerosis

Loss of joint space

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Q

What are the investigations for OA?

A

X Ray

Bloods ?RA

Synovial fluid - clear in OA, not RA

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What is the treatment plan for OA?

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