Osteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma ( 15 Questions)
Which clinical presentation is characteristic of this condition?
"I have been experiencing fatigue and weight loss." Fatigue and weight loss are non-specific symptoms and can be attributed to various medical conditions, but they are not characteristic of Osteosarcoma. Osteosarcoma typically presents with localized symptoms related to the tumor's location, such as a palpable mass, pain, and limited range of motion.
No explanation
"I have difficulty moving my arm." Difficulty moving the arm is more indicative of a problem in the upper extremities and is not a characteristic presentation of Osteosarcoma, which primarily affects the long bones of the extremities, such as the legs.
"My joint pain seems to worsen at night." While joint pain can be a symptom of Osteosarcoma, it alone is not a characteristic presentation. The key characteristic of Osteosarcoma is the development of a palpable mass, often accompanied by localized pain and swelling. The mention of worsening pain at night is not specific enough to differentiate Osteosarcoma from other conditions.
Choice A rationale:
"I have been experiencing fatigue and weight loss." Fatigue and weight loss are non-specific symptoms and can be attributed to various medical conditions, but they are not characteristic of Osteosarcoma.
Osteosarcoma typically presents with localized symptoms related to the tumor's location, such as a palpable mass, pain, and limited range of motion.
Choice C rationale:
"I have difficulty moving my arm." Difficulty moving the arm is more indicative of a problem in the upper extremities and is not a characteristic presentation of Osteosarcoma, which primarily affects the long bones of the extremities, such as the legs.
Choice D rationale:
"My joint pain seems to worsen at night." While joint pain can be a symptom of Osteosarcoma, it alone is not a characteristic presentation.
The key characteristic of Osteosarcoma is the development of a palpable mass, often accompanied by localized pain and swelling.
The mention of worsening pain at night is not specific enough to differentiate Osteosarcoma from other conditions.