Efficient pair, hydroxychloroquine monotherapy for tattoo-associated sarcoidosis.

Sarcoidosis is a systemic granulomatous disease which may affect the skin in about one-third of patients. It is characterised by the histopathological finding of non-caseating granulomas. There is a predilection for cutaneous sarcoidosis towards prior trauma sites.

Gout: A Rapid Review of Presentation, Diagnosis and Management.

Gout is inflammatory arthritis caused by monosodium urate crystal deposition in articular and non-articular structures. Acute gout flares are often monoarticular/polyarticular involving lower extremity joints characteristically involving 1st metatarsophalangeal joint. However, gout flares can also be polyarticular, involving upper extremity joints, especially in patients with multiple comorbidities and contraindications to urate-lowering therapies (ULT).

Crowned Dens Syndrome: A Challenging Diagnosis in Older Adults Presenting With Acute Neck Pain.

Crowned dens syndrome (CDS) is a rare syndrome of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate (CPPD) deposition on the odontoid process of the second cervical vertebra leading to unique clinical presentation and radiographical findings. Symptoms usually overlap with more common etiologies, including meningitis, stroke, and giant cell arteritis. Thus, patients struggle with extensive evaluation before diagnosing this uncommon condition.

A Unique Case of Community Acquired Proteus mirabilis Meningitis.

Proteus mirabilis, a gram-negative bacterium commonly known for causing urinary tract infections (UTI) can rarely present with central nervous system (CNS) infections. Proteus mirabilis CNS infections are usually encountered in the neonatal and infantile period and occasionally cause brain abscesses. It is an uncommon cause of adult CNS infection.