Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

Spondylarthropathies (e.g. ankylosing spondylitis) can cause _____

Hint: valvular pathology

_____ exercise can increase bone mineral density for osteoporosis

Connective tissue syndromes (_____ & Ehlers-Danlos) can predispose risk of aortic dissection, mitral prolapse, aortic regurgitation

Patients who are likely to be on steroids for at least _____ should be offered bisphosphonates

Hint: time

Osteoporosis risk factors: - _____ - Female (postmenopausal) - Family history - Chronic corticosteroids use - Low BMI

Dactylitis, and asymmetric involvement of DIP's and nails suggests _____ or psoriatic arthritis

What is the symptomatic treatment of reactive arthritis? _____ or intra-articular steroids

Reactive arthritis is associated with _____ infections and GI infections

FRAX assessment for 10-year risk of fragility fractures Low risk = _____ Intermediate risk = offer DEXA scan High risk = offer bisphosphonates

For osteoporosis, it is recommended to use _____ or QFracture screening tool to assess for 10-year risk of fragility fractures