-
Despite previous positive reports and much lay enthusiasm, omega-3 fatty acid treatment did not prevent Crohn's disease relapse. (Arguments continue as to whether the correct usage should be "Crohn disease" or "Crohn's disease." Most of the literature seems to use the latter designation, and this review will do likewise.)
-
Cognitive impairment in the U.S. population without dementia is found in 22% of those over age 70. This is more than the number of those with Alzheimer's or other dementias alone, and needs to be recognized and addressed in our healthcare of this group.
-
Current use of antipsychotic medications by the elderly places them at increased risk for hospitalization for pneumonia.
-
12-lead ECG and lead II rhythm strip obtained from a 67-year-old man with new-onset shortness of breath.
-
-
Your last patient has left the exam room with a prescription for birth control in her hand. You counseled on proper use and covered the expected side effects. Is she now protected against unintended pregnancy?
-
The teenager in front of you says she has some bumps on her genital area. A closer inspection shows several flesh-colored, flat growths on her vulva. What's your next move?
-
The woman in your exam room says she is experiencing a painful, burning sensation when urinating, and reports increased vaginal discharge. The test is positive for gonorrhea. What's your next move?
-
Recent research findings indicate that young women who use the commonly used epilepsy drug phenytoin for one year showed significant bone loss compared to women taking other epilepsy drugs.
-
If your clinical practice includes treatment of perimenopausal women, the subject of hot flashes is familiar territory for you. In a 2002 national survey of menopausal women, hot flashes (70%) led the top four reasons for seeking medical attention, followed by night sweats (68%), mood disturbances (50%), and sleep disturbances (49%).
