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Respiratory system; differential diagnosis

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Respiratory diseases encompass a wide range of conditions affecting the lungs and respiratory system. Here are some common respiratory diseases along with their signs and symptoms: 1. **Asthma**:    - Wheezing    - Shortness of breath    - Chest tightness    - Coughing, especially at night or early morning 2. **Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)**:    - Shortness of breath, especially during physical activity    - Chronic cough with mucus production    - Wheezing    - Chest tightness 3. **Pneumonia**:    - Fever    - Cough with mucus production    - Chest pain when breathing or coughing    - Shortness of breath    - Fatigue    - Confusion (especially in older adults) 4. **Bronchitis**:    - Persistent cough    - Production of thick mucus (sputum)    - Chest discomfort    - Fatigue    - Mild...

circle of willis anatomy mnemonics

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The Circle of Willis is a vital part of the brain's vasculature. It connects the anterior and posterior blood supplies of the brain and ensures constant perfusion even if one segment is blocked or reduced. Here's a mnemonic to remember the components of the Circle of Willis: **"Please Cool MAM, I'll Purchase  Ashtang."** **P** - Posterior communicating artery   **C** - Cerebral (anterior, middle, and posterior cerebral arteries)   **M** - Middle cerebral artery   **A** - Anterior cerebral artery   **M** - Mammillary bodies (not a part of the circle but a nearby landmark to help orient oneself)   **I** - Internal carotid artery   **P** - Posterior cerebral artery   **A** - Anterior communicating artery   It's also helpful to visualize the Circle of Willis while saying the mnemonic, as this can solidify the understanding of its anatomy. Always make sure to consult accurate anatomical diagrams when ...

STOMACH BED - ANATOMY MNEMONICS AND TRICK 1

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  STOMACH BED   TRICK - DK'S SAMPLE D - DIAPHRAGM ( left crus ) K - KIDNEY ( left ) S - SUPRARENAL GLAND (left) SA - SPLENIC ARTERY M - MESOCOLON ( transverse) P - PANCREAS ( tail) LE - spLEnic fLEcture of colon.  sometimes spleen also considered in STOMACH BED. #MBBS #BAMS #ANATOMY #BDC

ANATOMY SHORT NOTES IN ONE PAGE :- ORGAN - DIMENSIONS , BLOOD SUPPLY, NERVE SUPPLY, STRUCTURES AND FEATURES

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ANATOMY SHORT NOTES IN ONE PAGE https://drive.google.com/file/d/17KXBQB6DmqH12gkIDtFmQxcvAlmxJfFG/view?usp=drivesdk  

Position of Appendix - tricks and mnemonics

  Position of Appendix  PYAR (में) RONE SE PROMISE PLEASE IGNORE (करो) PYAR :- Paracolic ( 11 O' clock) RONE :- Retro - Caecal ( 12 O' clock) SE :-      Splenic position ( 2 O' clock ) PROMICE :-Promontoric (3 O' clock) PLEASE :- PELVIC ( 4 O' clock ) IGNORE :- migInguinal ( 6 O' clock)