Plummer Vinson syndrome is characterized by all except:

Plummer Vinson syndrome is characterized by all except:

Explanation

Clubbing (enlargement and rounding of the fingertips) is not typically associated with Plummer-Vinson syndrome.


Plummer-Vinson syndrome, also known as Paterson-Brown-Kelly syndrome, is characterized by the following features:

  1. Dysphagia: Difficulty swallowing, typically due to esophageal webs.
  2. Angular stomatitis (angular cheilitis): Inflammation and cracks at the corners of the mouth.
  3. Anemia: Usually iron deficiency anemia, which contributes to other symptoms.
  4. Pale conjunctiva: A sign of anemia.