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Rare Diseases: Pathways to accelerating diagnoses 

Myriad Genetics

Recently, the Today Show highlighted Courtney (she asked that only first names be used), who visited 17 different doctors over three years to help diagnose her young son Alex, who she was watching suffer and decline before her eyes. link] Accessed February 2023. None of them. It was the AI program ChatGPT.

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More than the rule of 2s: All about Meckel Diverticulum

PEMBlog

Other complications include obstruction due to intussusception or volvulus, leading to bowel ischemia and shock. STAT Pearls, 2023 Wrap Up Meckel diverticulum is a congenital anomaly of the small intestine that can present with various clinical manifestations, including rectal bleeding and obstruction. Updated 2023 Jan 30].

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The Mycoplasma Comeback: Why This Atypical Pneumonia is Back – A PEMCurrents Podcast

PEMBlog

Learning Objectives Describe the clinical presentation, epidemiology, and complications of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections in pediatric patients, including its atypical manifestations. After a lull during the COVID 19 pandemic, cases reemerged in 2023 and continued to climb into 2024. Plus, well discuss whether M.

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Navigating the Quademic: Clinical Differentiation of Influenza, RSV, COVID-19, and Norovirus in Pediatric Emergency Care

PEMBlog

This article delineates the salient clinical features, associated complications, cost considerations, and risk profiles for each virus, thereby providing a framework for informed clinical decision-making. Common Complications : Otitis media : Diagnosis is supported by the presence of a bulging tympanic membrane with purulent effusion.

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Parvo Podcast! Erythema Infectiosum, Fifth Disease, and more!

PEMBlog

Well break down the virology, epidemiology, clinical presentation, and complications of Parvovirus B19. Parvovirus B19 is best known for causing fifth disease, but in certain patients it can lead to some serious complications like aplastic crises, fetal hydrops, or chronic anemia. So how do we diagnose Parvovirus B19?

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PEMPix 2024 Online Case #2: Flight of Passage

PEMBlog

Bronchopulmonary sequestration Our patient was diagnosed with bronchopulmonary sequestration (BPS). It is believed that this sequestered portion of his lung placed him at an elevated risk for infections as this is a known complication of bronchopulmonary sequestration. 2023 Jul 24. Bronchopulmonary sequestration C. Lymphoma D.

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When to Go to Urgent Care for a Sore Throat: How Can Urgent Care Help?

Doctor On Demand

Urgent care clinics provide quick diagnoses and treatments, including antibiotics if needed. Infections or allergic reactions can block your airway and lead to life-threatening complications. In severe cases, lack of oxygen can cause loss of consciousness, which can lead to life-threatening complications if not treated right away.

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