The Woes of School

I REALLY wish that I pass my current class. Dermatology lumped with HEENT (head, eyes, ear, nose, and throat) seemed very exciting at first, but don't be deceived. It's extremely overwhelming. Especially because I only have 2 WEEKS to learn all of this:

Not only learn what all of these diseases/disorders are, BUT also their characteristics, etiology (what causes them), signs & symptoms, labs to perform for diagnosis, other similar diseases (differential diagnosis), the treatment & management, and be familiar with what they look like. PLUS I get to learn all of the associated anatomy and pathophysiology. PLUS the pharmacology: all of the drugs given for treatment, INCLUDING the class they pertain to, other uses, side effects, and contraindications (when you should not use them). PLUS be familiar with dental conditions - teeth and gums. There's a lot more than you know about. PLUS learn the physical exam in checking the head, eyes, ears, nose, throat, thyroid, sinuses, and lymph nodes. That INCLUDES learning how to use an ophthalmoscope and otoscope properly. The eye exam has got to be the hardest exam ever. Trying to find the optic disc (where the nerve and blood vessels come into the eye) is nearly impossible. Not to mention you're 2 mm from your patient's face. Sigh.

Oh and did I mention I had TWO WEEKS to learn all of this? My physical exam test is on Thursday and written exam on Friday. It will be a miracle if I pass.

So why I'm on my blog right now is beyond me.....