Why This Topic is Important for NEET PG & INI-CET Periodic paralysis disorders are commonly tested in NEET PG and INI-CET. A solid grasp of hypokalemic and hyperkalemic periodic paralysis will help in answering questions correctly. These conditions involve ion channel activity affecting muscle function, leading to temporary paralysis. Let’s break it down in a high-yield,Read More
If you are looking for a quick reference table for all types of epilepsy, clinical features, EEG findings and First line drug this is the post that you have to save to your device. This is followed by a video tutorial and then 5 MCQ with long options mimicking what happens in entrance exams like NEETRead More
SAAG value assessment is a common topic asked in NEET PG and INICET. Here is a quick table to remember causes of high SAAG ascites > 1.1 gm / dl . most of the time the question will be on early or late Budd Chiari syndrome. Go crush this in next 30 seconds. Mnemonic: CHIMP
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
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
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
Anaphylactic shock is the most severe form of allergic reaction and it is characterized by a combination of the following life-threatening symptoms in patient after parenteral drug administration or vaccine. It can occur within seconds to minutes making it a difficult case to handle. Severe Hypotension: As the blood vessels dilate and fluids leak into surroundingRead More
