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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Akshun Kalia M.B.B.S.[2]
Overview
Obtaining a history gives important information in making a diagnosis of Plummer-Vinson syndrome. Complete history should be obtained regarding onset, duration, and progression of symptoms such as dysphagia (solids or liquids), weakness, fatigue, dyspnea, and history of choking spells or aspiration. The common symptoms of Plummer-Vinson syndrome are difficulty in swallowing (more for solids), burning sensation in mouth, dry tongue and pale color of the skin. Less common symptoms include cold intolerance, reduced resistance to infection and craving for for unusual items (such as ice or cold vegetables).
History
History
Obtaining a history gives important information in making a diagnosis of Plummer-Vinson syndrome. It provides an insight into the cause, precipitating factors, and associated comorbid conditions. A complete history will help determine the correct therapy and helps in determining the prognosis. The areas of focus should be on onset, duration, and progression of symptoms such as:[1][2][3]
- Dysphagia (solids or liquids)
- Weakness and fatigue
- Dyspnea
- Weight loss
- Any history of choking spells or aspiration
- Any history of bleeding disorders
Symptoms
Common Symptoms
Common symptoms of Plummer-Vinson syndrome include:[4][5][6][7]
- Difficulty swallowing (more for solids)
- Weakness
- Pain
- Burning sensation in mouth
- Dry tongue
- Painful cracks in the angles of a dry mouth
- Pale color of the skin
Less Common Symptoms
- Cold intolerance
- Reduced resistance to infection
- Altered behavior
- Craving for for unusual items (such as ice or cold vegetables)
References
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- ↑ Mansell NJ, Jani P, Bailey CM (1999). "Plummer-Vinson syndrome--a rare presentation in a child". J Laryngol Otol. 113 (5): 475–6. PMID 10505167.
- ↑ Anthony R, Sood S, Strachan DR, Fenwick JD (1999). "A case of Plummer-Vinson syndrome in childhood". J. Pediatr. Surg. 34 (10): 1570–2. PMID 10549778.
- ↑ López Rodríguez MJ, Robledo Andrés P, Amarilla Jiménez A, Roncero Maíllo M, López Lafuente A, Arroyo Carrera I (2002). "Sideropenic dysphagia in an adolescent". J. Pediatr. Gastroenterol. Nutr. 34 (1): 87–90. PMID 11753173.
- ↑ Chisholm M (1974). "The association between webs, iron and post-cricoid carcinoma". Postgrad Med J. 50 (582): 215–9. PMC 2495558. PMID 4449772.
- ↑ Larsson LG, Sandström A, Westling P (1975). "Relationship of Plummer-Vinson disease to cancer of the upper alimentary tract in Sweden". Cancer Res. 35 (11 Pt. 2): 3308–16. PMID 1192404.
- ↑ Novacek G (2006). "Plummer-Vinson syndrome". Orphanet J Rare Dis. 1: 36. doi:10.1186/1750-1172-1-36. PMID 16978405.