2020 P2 Q30
Q1. Which of the following statements regarding lymphoedema following breast cancer treatment are correct?
1. Incidence has decreased due to rarely combined therapy of axillary LN dissection and radiotherapy
2. Precipitating cause like LN metastasis is a major determinant
3. The condition is often painful
4. Oedematous limb is susceptible to bacterial infection
Select the correct answer using the code below:
- 1, 2 and 3
- 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 3 and 4
- 1, 2 and 4
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
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2025 P2 Q24
Q2. Which of the following are the symptoms commonly experienced by patients with lymphoedema?
I. Swelling
II. Burning sensation
III. Intolerance to cold
IV. Cramps
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- I, II and IV
- I, II and III
- II, III and IV
- I, III and IV
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
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2025 P2 Q25
Q3. Which of the following are the malignancies associated with lymphoedema?
I. Kaposi Sarcoma
II. Squamous cell carcinoma
III. Malignant melanoma
IV. Leukaemia
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- I, II and III
- I, II and IV
- I, III and IV
- II, III and IV
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
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