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Evaluating the pregnant patient with abdominal pain has inherent challenges, and even the experienced clinician must be wary. Be sure you can safely rule the most worrisome diagnoses in or out. November 21, 2024
Playing sports offers health benefits but comes with the risk for serious injuries. November 18, 2024
Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis. Once called the disease of kings, gout can result from holiday-related overindulgence in certain foods and beverages. November 14, 2024
Traditional diabetes complications include kidney disease, retinopathy, and coronary artery disease. However, longer lifespans raise concerns about cancer, infection, and cognitive issues. October 23, 2024
About 10% of all falls in the elderly will result in major injuries, and there can be a significant associated morbidity/mortality. Are you familiar with risk factors and preventive measures for falls in the geriatric population? October 16, 2024
Some intestinal parasites are more common than others, but many have similar symptoms. Here’s what to look for when you suspect your patient has one of these unwanted visitors. October 16, 2024
Parasitic infections can cause significant morbidity and mortality. This slideshow reviews the appearance and treatment of many common parasitic infections. October 16, 2024
Medical care providers are responsible for the safety of their patients. Thus, clinicians are mandated reporters once there is a reasonable suspicion that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect. October 3, 2024
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) affects men and women worldwide, but women are disproportionately impacted, with about 11% requiring surgical management for SUI or pelvic organ prolapse by age 58 and 20% by age 80. Learn about causes and symptoms of SUI as well as how to manage it and related complications. September 26, 2024
Tattooing and tattoo removal complications are often mild, but significant adverse events such as inflammatory reactions, infectious disease transmission, and skin disease localization are possible. September 26, 2024
Thyroid cancer is the most common malignancy of the endocrine system, and the eleventh most common cancer in the United States. How familiar are you with its management? September 13, 2024
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a common global public health problem with potentially catastrophic consequences. Early recognition and prompt treatment are essential to minimizing morbidity and mortality. Learn more about 7 TBIs that may have devastating effects. September 5, 2024
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a common occurrence, but many lesions can be readily mistaken for other diseases. Can you make an accurate diagnosis in these conditions? August 26, 2024
Long gone are the days when back-to-school simply meant new clothes and fresh notebooks. Refresh your knowledge of common infections that may affect young patients as they return to class this fall. August 16, 2024
Many pediatric ingestions are harmless and require no substantial medical intervention; however, several can be lethal, even in small quantities. Awareness of and vigilance for these ingestions are critical, particularly in cases of unknown or occult ingestion. Can you correctly diagnose these 14 pediatric ingestions? July 19, 2024
Skin rashes are common patient complaints. Although many symptoms overlap, there are identifiable factors for each disease. Can you identify these rashes? July 17, 2024