Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

_____ can mimic osteoporosis and should be ruled out

Hint: condition

Reactive arthritis resolves spontaneously within ~_____ months

What is the first-line management of osteoporosis? _____

What is the most common organism that causes reactive arthritis? _____

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

Hint: time

What autoimmune MSK condition is a risk factor for osteoporosis? _____

Reactive arthritis typically presents with _____ oligoarthritis of the lower limbs

Hint: symmetry?

What is the second-line management of osteoporosis if they cannot tolerate alendronate? _____

What supplements are given to patients with osteoporosis? _____

NICE advise all women aged ≥ _____ years old & men aged ≥ 75 years old should be considered for assessment of osteoporosis fragility fractures