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Misc Flashcards

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What conditions are associated with HLA-B27?

A 
Reactive arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Inflammatory bowel disease 
Psoriatic arthritis
Bechet’s disease
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What are the extra articular features of rheumatoid arthritis?

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Episcleritis/ scleritis
Pleural effusion
Pulmonary fibrosis 
Pericarditis 
Glomerulonephritis 
Splenomegaly
Anaemia
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What disease modifying drugs can be used for rheumatoid arthritis?

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Methotrexate
Ciclosporin 
Azathioprine
Sulfazalazine
Gold
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What should patients be told before being commenced on methotrexate?

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Purine antagonists so must take folic acid
Need to monitor full blood count and liver function
Warn of symptoms of myelosuppression

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MRCP PACES Neurology (8 decks)

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