50 year old man complaining of swollen ankles - Diagnosis

Patient Chart History: 50 year old man complaining of swollen ankles of two months duration and shortness of breath with exertion.

Physical Exam
Blood pressure is normal.
Pulse rate is 95 bpm.
Respiration of 15 breaths per minute.

Test Results: White blood cell count normal.
Electrolytes normal.
Thyroid function studies normal.
Chest x-ray shows prominent pulmonary artery.

Heart Sounds:

Diagnosis What is your diagnosis?
Diverticulitis
Tricuspid insufficiency
Large bowel obstruction
Small bowel obstruction

Introduction

1	50 year old man complaining of swollen ankles
2	45 year old woman complaining of dizziness with exertion
3	75 year old man with shortness of breath with minimal exertion
4	65 year old man experienced fainting episode with exertion.
5	47 year old man experiencing severe chest pain with exertion

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Case #231

50 year old man complaining of swollen ankles - Diagnosis

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