On this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember findings/mutations associated with Familial LPL deficiency (type I hyperlipoproteinemia) with the following mnemonic:
AudRey got lipo for her 1st Cat because he had low self-esteem from being blind and having no abs.
Au(d)Re(y)- Autosomal recessive
(got)
Lipo- Lipoprotein lipase deficiency
(for her)
C(at)- Apolipoprotein C-II
( … Continue reading "It’s Mnemonic Monday! Hyperlipoproteinemia"
On this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember the major diagnostic criteria for neurofibromatosis type I with the following mnemonic:
Chase Bank LOANS
C- Café-au-lait spots
B- Bony abnormalities (sphenoid wing dysplasia, pseudoarthrosis, sphenoid dysplasia, scoliosis)
L- Lisch nodules (iris hamartomas)
O-Optic glioma
A- Axillary/inguinal freckling (Crowe’s sign … Continue reading "It’s Mnemonic Monday! Neurofibromatosis Major Diagnostic Criteria"
Allure recently wrote an article about why tattoos can become itchy and raised. What common and uncommon skin reactions should dermatologists keep in mind when treating tattooed patients?
For an expert opinion, I contacted Rhode Island dermatologist Matthew Willett, MD, FAAD.
What common skin reactions can occur in people shortly after getting a tattoo?
The most common acute skin reaction … Continue reading "Patient Buzz: Tattoo-Related Skin Reactions"
