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Inflammation of the small, sac-like structures containing synovial fluid that function to reduce friction in and about joint regions is

Which of the following could also be known as exopthalmic goiter?

Which of the following conditions does achondroplasia cause?

General paresis is caused by syphilis in the

A meningococcal infection of the blood will cause acute adrenal insufficiency and hemorrhage into the gland.  This condition is known as 

A lateral curvature in opposite directions that leave the spine with an S-shaped appearance is

In which of the following circumstances couldsteriility be an issue because sperm cannot develop properly in the highertemperature of the pelvic cavity?

A 22-year-old female is coming to you after witnessing her friend Sally die in a motor vehicle accident. She was also a passenger in the vehicle. The accident occurred five weeks ago and since then she has been experiencing flashbacks of the accident and nightmares that are waking her from sleep. She feels guilty that she lived through the accident and Sally did not make it. She does not want to talk about the event and has been avoiding any of her old friends of whom she shared with Sally. She cannot ride in a car without extreme distress. She cannot concentrate at school and is considering withdrawing from her classes and moving back home with her parents. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

At what age is it most appropriate to ask if a child has a sense of self as male of female (gender identity)?

You are seeing a 24-year-old male after he was arrested for theft. You note that he has been charged with vandalism and assault in the past. He is unemployed and tells you that he was fired from his last three jobs. He does not show any remorse for what he has done and is indifferent to being in jail and talking about it with you today. He has several excuses for the charges against him and you know from the police report that he is lying to you about his story. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?