MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Inflammation of a tendon
A
tendinosis
B
tendinitis
C
muscle strain
D
torn ligament
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tendinitis is inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. These cords are called tendons. The condition causes pain and tenderness just outside a joint. Tendinitis can occur in any tendon.

Detailed explanation-2: -pain and tenderness in the affected tendon, which is often worse when you move it. swelling. a grating sensation as the tendon moves. a lump on the tendon. weakness in the affected area. decreased range of motion.

Detailed explanation-3: -Rest. Avoid doing things that increase the pain or swelling. Ice. Compression. Elevation. 11-Nov-2022

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