The Clinical Problem Solvers

OCTOBER 23, 2019

For our first post, we are going to talk about two concepts that help us decide whether we treat, test for, or toss specific diagnoses (i.e., Let’s practice with a case: You are called to admit a 72 year-old woman with hypertension, diabetes, and knee replacement seven days prior who presents with acute, pleuritic chest pain and dyspnea.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

MAY 14, 2020

No prior history of atrial fibrillation – just hypertension and diabetes. Decisions have been dichotomized to ”COVID versus not COVID,” and people that have displayed none of the cardinal respiratory symptoms are being diagnosed with the disease. It started off like any other cardiology admission that we’d had during that month.

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Vascular Physician

DECEMBER 21, 2022

If you've been diagnosed with PAD or noticed any of its symptoms, working with an experienced medical team is the best way to keep your symptoms under control and prevent the disease from getting worse. The best treatment plan for you will depend on your particular condition and symptoms.

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Vascular Physician

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Imaging studies may also be used such as: CT scan Ultrasound Renal arteriography Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) Possible complications from RAS include: Chronic kidney disease Kidney failure Retaining fluid in your legs Shortness of breath Renal hypertension (high blood pressure) Peripheral artery disease What Happens If It Goes Untreated?

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East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of vision screenings, especially during Glaucoma Awareness Month, and how they play a crucial role in preserving your eyesight. Medical conditions: Conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease can increase the risk of glaucoma.

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 10, 2022

To diagnose this condition, your physician may perform screening tests, such as an ankle-brachial index test (ABI). Atherosclerosis is potentiated by hypertension, smoking, lower physical activity, obesity, a diet high in saturated fats, and high glucose or lipid levels. An ABI less than 0.9 What are the treatment options?

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

FEBRUARY 9, 2020

I still struggle to know when it is the right time to use LRs, and often find myself reaching for them in times of diagnostic ambiguity or when I am considering unfamiliar diagnoses. Q: Is there portal hypertension? is consistent with her ascites being secondary to portal hypertension. Is the ascitic fluid infected?

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