Clinical Briefs in Primary Care – July 1, 2016
July 1, 2016
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Improving Sexual Function and Mood
In a recent trial, testosterone replacement resulted in statistically significant improvements in sexual function, desire, mood, and depression.
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Liraglutide Improves Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis
In a recently published paper, the number of study subjects who attained resolution of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis was more than four-fold greater in a liraglutide group than those on placebo.
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Long-acting Anticholinergics and Beta Agonists for COPD
Combining long-acting antimuscarinic agents with long-acting beta-agonists provides meaningfully better symptomatic improvement than either agent alone.
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Updated Guidelines on Acne Management
The new guidelines provide a useful template on which to plan management of acne at all levels of severity.
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Sublingual Desensitization Against House Dust Mites
Sublingual house dust mite desensitization is a promising tool for asthmatic patients not well controlled on inhaled steroids.
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Treatment Selection for Older Adults with Atrial Fibrillation
The diversity of choices now requires closer attention to individual patient characteristics and preferences to ensure best outcomes.