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Daily Triads series -
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The triad of Plummer-Vinson syndrome includes:
1. Dysphagia – usually due to esophageal webs
2. Iron deficiency anemia – typically microcytic, hypochromic
3. Glossitis – inflammation and atrophy of the tongue
Question:
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
B. Becker Muscular Dystrophy
C. Spinal Muscular Atrophy
D. Myotonic Dystrophy
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Case:
A 5-year-old boy presents with muscle weakness, frequent falls, and difficulty in climbing stairs. On examination, you note calf muscle pseudohypertrophy. His maternal uncle had similar complaints and died in his teens.
Creatine kinase (CK) levels are elevated.