Little Grape
UnFiNiShEd CaSe CoMe BaCk LaTeR
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History of Present Illness:
A 22-year-old male presents to the ED for a lump in his throat. He has a history of seasonal allergies and is having some of those symptoms but has never had the lump feeling. He denies any fever, pain or other complaints.
Vital Signs & Physical Exam:
Vital signs are normal. Physical exam is otherwise normal except for the OP exam. See image below
Initial Differential Diagnosis:
- Allergy
- Burn
- Infection
QUESTIONS:
- What does the case image show?
- What should you do next?
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ANSWERS:
- What does the case image show? The image shows uvulitis (uvula means little grape).
- What should you do next? Everything points to this being allergic so treat with antihistamines and possibly Flonase or other nasal steroid and/or prednisone
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CASE CONCLUSION: Did well