MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What muscular disease can be caused from trauma?
A
Polymyositis
B
Myasthenia gravis
C
Masticatory myositis
D
Muscular rupture
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Rhabdomyolisis. The term rhabdomyolisis describes a condition in which there is necrosis of skeletal muscle. This condition is associated with release of myoglobin in circulation and subsequent renal impairment. Common causes are muscle trauma, especially crush injuries, extreme physical exertions and infections.

Detailed explanation-2: -A muscle tear, also known as a muscle strain or pull, refers to soft tissue damage that has been done to a muscle or its tendons. Injuries to the muscle and tendons can also involve some of the surrounding structures including nerves.

Detailed explanation-3: -Muscle injuries can be caused by bruising, stretching or laceration. The current classification divides such injuries into mild, moderate and severe.

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