A 43-year-old patient presents to the clinic for follow-up r…
A 43-year-old patient presents to the clinic for follow-up regarding elevated liver enzymes. On physical examination, you note that the tongue is red and smooth. The patient notes that his mouth has been sensitive recently. Which of the following tests would you order to help confirm your suspicions about the cause of the changes to the patient’s tongue?
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A 11-year-old patient comes in with a parent complaining of left ear pain, discomfort, and tenderness. On exam, you note that the left tragus is tender to touch; the ear canal is erythematous and edematous with a moderate amount of purulent drainage; and that the tympanic membrane is intact without erythema or effusion. You diagnose this patient with:
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A 42-year-old patient presents with a painful, swollen area on the back of his/her neck. Upon examination, the lesion is large, erythematous, and has multiple openings draining pus. The patient reports fever and general malaise. Based on the clinical presentation, which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
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A 35-year-old patient presents to the urgent care with concern that she may have a skin infection. Which of the following patient responses/exam findings will help the MOST in distinguishing between folliculitis and cellulitis?
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