PrometricGPT – GP – 6

Acute pancreatitis is commonly associated with sudden, severe epigastric pain, especially in patients with a history of heavy alcohol use.

Gout commonly affects the big toe and is characterized by sudden onset of pain, redness, and swelling due to uric acid crystal deposition.

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease, is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in developed countries.

Labetalol, a beta-blocker, is often used as the first-line treatment for hypertensive crisis due to its ability to lower blood pressure quickly.

Progressive dysphagia for solids but not liquids is a classic symptom of esophageal cancer.

Peptic ulcers are the most common cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, often presenting with melena (black, tarry stools).

SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) are the first-line treatment for generalized anxiety disorder due to their efficacy and safety profile.

Rheumatoid arthritis typically presents with bilateral joint pain, swelling, and morning stiffness, especially in the hands.

Rotavirus is the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis in young children, especially in developing countries.

Stroke commonly presents with unilateral weakness, slurred speech, and facial drooping. It is a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention.

Ceftriaxone is the recommended first-line treatment for bacterial meningitis in adults due to its effectiveness against common pathogens.

Acute pancreatitis typically presents with severe epigastric pain that radiates to the back, often related to alcohol use or gallstones.

Glioblastoma is the most common and aggressive primary brain tumor in adults.

Septic arthritis typically presents with sudden onset of pain, swelling, and decreased range of motion in the affected joint.

Amoxicillin is the first-line antibiotic used to treat acute otitis media in children.

Pulmonary hypertension is a common complication of COPD due to chronic low oxygen levels.

Pleuritis is characterized by sharp chest pain that worsens with deep breaths or coughing.

Short-acting beta-agonists (e.g., albuterol) are the first-line treatment for asthma exacerbations due to their bronchodilatory effects.

Celiac disease presents with chronic diarrhea, weight loss, and iron deficiency anemia due to malabsorption of nutrients.

Urge incontinence, often caused by detrusor overactivity, is the most common cause of urinary incontinence in elderly women.

Triple therapy, consisting of a proton pump inhibitor and two antibiotics, is the first-line treatment for H. pylori infection.

Hyperthyroidism typically presents with weight loss, palpitations, and heat intolerance due to excessive thyroid hormone production.

Venous ultrasound is the gold standard for diagnosing DVT by visualizing the blood clot in the affected vein.

Vitamin B12 deficiency often presents with fatigue, pallor, and glossitis (inflammation of the tongue) due to impaired red blood cell production.

Gastrointestinal upset, including diarrhea and nausea, is a common side effect of metformin, especially at the beginning of treatment.

Meningitis presents with sudden onset of severe headache, neck stiffness, and sensitivity to light (photophobia).