4. Dermatology
This 50-year-old woman presents with patchy loss of pigment over her feet and hands (Fig. 24.1 and Fig. 24.2). 1 What is the most likely cause of hypopigmentation of the…
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9. Sports injuries
A 32-year-old rugby union player sustained an injury to his ankle when his foot was forced inwardly during a ruck (Fig. 61.1). For some time, he has been aware of…
7. Neurology
This patient regularly has to remove her shoe while shopping. She is a 45-year-old research worker who presents with a sharp, shooting pain in the ball of her left foot…
2. Lumps and bumps
The lump on the dorsum of this middle-aged man’s foot causes him pain when he is wearing shoes (Fig. 9.1a, b). He wonders if he can have the lump removed….
10. Multiple choice questions
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