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Clinical Signs Beginning With E

5 signs in this guide begin with the letter E. Every name links to a page explaining what the sign is, how it is elicited on examination, what a positive finding is associated with, and — for eponyms — who the sign is named after.

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SignSystemA positive finding is associated with
EgophonyChest & BreathingAssociated with consolidation of lung tissue, as in pneumonia, especially above a pleural effusion.
Ely's testMuscles, Bones & JointsAssociated with tightness of the rectus femoris muscle at the front of the thigh.
Erb's signHormones & MetabolismAssociated with low blood calcium (tetany), as in hypoparathyroidism.
Erythema nodosumSkin & NailsAssociated with inflammation of the fat under the skin, triggered by infections (such as strep throat), sarcoidosis, inflammatory bowel disease, pregnancy or certain medicines.
Ewart's signHeart & CirculationAssociated with a large collection of fluid around the heart compressing the base of the left lung.
Please note: This page is an educational reference about clinical examination signs. A clinical sign supports — and never replaces — a full clinical evaluation, examination and appropriate testing. A sign being present does not by itself prove a diagnosis, and an absent sign does not rule one out. If you have symptoms that worry you, see a health professional.