Triple therapy term is used in management of pulmonary artery hypertension, COPD and cystic fibrosis. Let us now read in next 2 minutes a quick recap of this must asked topic for your forthcoming competitive examinations. Triple Therapy for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Endothelin Receptor Antagonists (ERAs) Example: Bosentan, Ambrisentan, Macitentan Action: Blocks endothelin, a vasoconstrictor,Read More
When preparing for NEET PG and INI-CET, mastering renal tubular disorders is crucial. Among these, Bartter Syndrome and Gitelman Syndrome are frequently tested due to their importance in clinical practice. Understanding their pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and lab findings with precision is essential for scoring high in medical entrance exams. Pathophysiology in a Nutshell Bartter Syndrome mimicsRead More
Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) have overhanging features but can be differentiated based on clinical, cognitive, and imaging characteristics. This topic is always asked in NEETPG and INICET exams and hence these tables provide valuable 5-minute read that will help you ace this question like a champion Clinical Features Features DLBRead More
The global fight against COVID-19 continues to evolve, with new research and clinical evidence shaping updated treatment guidelines. Here, we provide an overview of the latest recommendations for managing COVID-19, focusing on key advancements in therapies, preventive strategies, and patient management. Assessment of Clinical severity of COVID 19 to target treatments Mild to moderate COVID 19Read More
This is a high yield topic for your forth coming exams and must know from medical perspective. Lets focus on indications and contraindications for NIV. Indications for Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) Mnemonic: “COPD CAN Breathe” COPD exacerbation with hypercapnia and respiratory acidosis. Cardiogenic pulmonary oedema with respiratory distress. Chronic respiratory failure (neuromuscular diseases, obesity hypoventilation syndrome, chestRead More
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Postgraduate (NEET PG) is a critical step for aspiring medical professionals in India. It serves as the gateway for admissions into MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs in government and private medical colleges across the country. Tentative Exam Dates The NEET PG 2025 exam is likely to be conducted inRead More
Preparing for NEET PG 2025 requires a strategic focus on high-yield topics to maximize your score, especially in a vast subject like General Medicine. Here’s a list of essential topics to prioritize: Cardiovascular System JVP waves related to Cardiac tamponade and constrictive pericarditis in case based scenario Ischemic heart diseases: MI, angina- stable, unstable, Prinz metalRead More
DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS Spinal muscular atrophy Polio Destruction of anterior horn cells and flaccid paralysis Neuromyelitis Optica Anti Aquaporin 4 antibody causing demyelination in white matter of spinal cord. Cervical spine involvement will cause quadriplegia Brown-Séquard Hemi-section Ipsilateral band of hyperesthesia at level of lesion Ipsilateral loss of proprioception below level of lesion IpsilateralRead More
Understanding this distinction is important for proper diagnosis, as it helps differentiate between these two genetically related conditions with similar physical manifestations but differing biochemical profiles. Pseudopseudohypoparathyroidism PPHP is caused by heterozygous mutations in the GNAS gene, the same gene responsible for PHP, but only in the paternal allele. Maternal allele of the GNAS gene isRead More
DIAGNOSIS For any neurological emergency first secure airway, check BP and calculate NIHSS. National institute of health stroke scale value > 5 confirms stroke Best initial step: Head CT without contrast to differentiate ischemic from hemorrhagic stroke and identify potential candidates for thrombolytic therapy. If CT head is normal and no evidence of CNS bleed inRead More
