Syphilitic Gumma Write a short note on syphilitic gumma. Answer: Syphilitic gumma is the lesion of tertiary syphilis. Syphilitic gummas are white-gray and rubbery, occur singly or multiply, and vary in size from microscopic defects resembling tubercles to large tumor-like masses. They occur in most organs but particularly in skin, subcutaneous tissue, bone, and … [Read more...] about Syphilitic Gumma
Pathology
Tubercular Meningitis
Tubercular Meningitis Question 1. Write a short note on tubercular meningitis. Answer: Meningitis is inflammatory involvement of the meninges Tubercular meningitis is a type of chronic meningitis. It causes chronic granulomatous reaction and may produce parenchymal lesions. Tuberculous meningitis occurs in children and adults through hematogenous spread of … [Read more...] about Tubercular Meningitis
Glucose Tolerance Test
Glucose Tolerance Test Write a short note on the glucose tolerance test. Answer: "Common challenges in performing and interpreting glucose tolerance tests" It is also known as an oral glucose tolerance test. Instruction to Patient Before Going for Glucose Tolerance Test The patient who is scheduled for a glucose tolerance test is instructed to eat a … [Read more...] about Glucose Tolerance Test
Hypersensitivity Reactions: Types and Immunopathological Mechanisms
Hypersensitivity Reactions: Types and Immunopathological Mechanisms Question 1. Define amyloidosis. Enumerate special stains for amyloid. Describe the gross and microscopic anatomy of the spleen in amyloidosis. Answer: Amyloidosis is the term used for a group of diseases characterized by the extracellular deposition of a fibrillar proteinaceous substance called amyloid … [Read more...] about Hypersensitivity Reactions: Types and Immunopathological Mechanisms
Why Do Malignant Tumors Grow Faster Than Benign Ones?
Malignant Neoplasm Write a short note on malignant neoplasm. Answer: The characteristics of malignancy are as follows: Rate of growth. Clinical and gross features Microscopic features Local invasion or direct spread Metastasis or distant spread. Why do malignant tumors grow faster "Understanding the difference between malignant and benign … [Read more...] about Why Do Malignant Tumors Grow Faster Than Benign Ones?