MEDICINE
NEPHROLOGY
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Question
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A 35 year old woman came to the polyclinic with complaints of her face getting rounder and getting fatter since the last 3 months. The patient also complains that the body feels weak and red streaks appear on the abdomen and thighs. On physical examination, BMI: 30, BP: 180/100 mmHg, N: 70x/minute, RR: 20 x/minute, S: 36, 0, striae(+). At the time dexamethasone was given, ACTH suppression was found. The correct diagnosis is____
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Cushing disease
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Cushing syndrome
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Addison disease
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Adrenal crisis
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Hypercortisolism
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Obesity increases the risk of several debilitating, and deadly diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers.
Detailed explanation-2: -malnutrition, vitamin deficiencies, or anemia. osteoporosis from too little vitamin D and calcium. decreased immune function. increased risk for complications from surgery.
Detailed explanation-3: -Below, three of the more common health problems associated with childhood obesity are discussed, diabetes, sleep apnea, and cardiovascular disease.
Detailed explanation-4: -Class 1: BMI of 30 to < 35. Class 2: BMI of 35 to < 40. Class 3: BMI of 40 or higher. Class 3 obesity is sometimes categorized as “severe” obesity.
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