Myriad Genetics

MARCH 13, 2024

Which one of those 17 doctors ultimately was able to pull together the pieces of Alex’s health picture and suggest a diagnosis?  Knowing your diagnosis and any genetic variation related to your medical condition can help you participate in research, connect with others in similar situations and know what therapies are safe to take.

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Common Sense Family Doctor

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Active surveillance is a management strategy that is intended to limit overtreatment of localized prostate cancer by monitoring patients with periodic PSA measurements and prostate biopsies to delay or avoid curative therapy (radical prostatectomy or radiation therapy) and its adverse effects.

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Vascular Physician

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This is because both diabetes and PAD have many of the same risk factors and complications. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes or PAD, managing your condition is the best way to prevent it from worsening and contributing to other health issues. It is estimated that between 20-30% of people with diabetes also have PAD.

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Vascular Physician

MARCH 10, 2022

Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent more serious complications from developing. Diagnosing PAD and PVD as early as possible is critical to preventing further plaque buildup that can lead to serious complications, including heart disease and stroke.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

CT Imagin g: CT is recommended at diagnosis if lymphadenopathy or splenomegaly is present, or if clinically indicated. Notably, CT imaging is required prior to venetoclax-based therapy to assess the risk of tumor lysis syndrome (TLS), but it is not routinely used for diagnosis, surveillance, or treatment monitoring. ›

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AMMD

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The average age of a breast cancer diagnosis has statistically been around 65. If you’ve recently received a DCIS diagnosis or know someone who has, what are your options? Breast Cancer, as are all cancers, is on the rise. Women have a 13% chance of developing breast cancer in their lifetime. In 2024, I had another scare. Don’t worry!

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

MAY 14, 2020

Would I’ve been able to reason my way to his underlying diagnosis from the initial data? I find it awe-inspiring to listen to clinicians pick up on subtle clues and use both intuitive and analytic reasoning to reach a final diagnosis. Parenthetically, the question around CT for the diagnosis of COVID-19 is interesting.

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PEMBlog

MARCH 4, 2025

Well cover its clinical presentation, epidemiology, diagnostic approach, and management, including why standard beta-lactam antibiotics wont work. Learning Objectives Describe the clinical presentation, epidemiology, and complications of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections in pediatric patients, including its atypical manifestations.

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PEMBlog

MAY 1, 2025

Well break down the virology, epidemiology, clinical presentation, and complications of Parvovirus B19. Youll also learn how to manage exposures in the emergency department, especially when the child has a pregnant caregiver, and why isolation isnt always necessary once the rash shows up. UpToDate , Jun. link] Edwards, Morven S.

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PEMBlog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Other complications include obstruction due to intussusception or volvulus, leading to bowel ischemia and shock. Background Meckel diverticulum is a congenital abnormality of the small intestine and is the most common cause of significant lower gastrointestinal bleeding in children. The bleeding is usually painless.

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AMMD

MARCH 10, 2025

1) If left unchecked, serious issues like malnutrition, digestive problems, and long-term health complications are the next step. However, this approach often reduces the mineral content of the produce—a phenomenon known as the "dilution effect.” These practices have increased our food supply. Could you be one of them? Is Gluten Inflammatory?

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In fact, sexual dysfunction is so often associated with Leriche Syndrome that the absence of this symptom suggests that another diagnosis should be considered. There are several options for treatment, and these management choices may help slow the progression of symptoms.

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GeriPal

JULY 19, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. Are there, though, populations that it may be helpful in, or should that change with the advent of the new amyloid antibodies? Should it?

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GeriPal

OCTOBER 13, 2022

How we came about to select these articles or to have interest in this topic is really older adults are unique population that are at risk for both over diagnosis of infections as well as under diagnosis of infections. There’s the complications associated with immune senescence, comorbidities, atypical clinical presentations.

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GeriPal

MARCH 14, 2024

We talk with them about the epidemiology, assessment, and management of dysphagia, including the role of modifying the consistency of food and liquids, feeding tubes, and the role of dysphagia rehabilitation like tongue and cough strengthening. This is Eric Widera. Alex: This is Alex Smith. Who do we have on with us today? Eric: Oh boy.

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PEMBlog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

I’ll dive into the latest clinical practice guidelines and discuss evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and treatment. The role of lifestyle and dietary modifications in management. Management of gastritis and the consideration of Helicobacter pylori infection. Understanding dyspepsia and its clinical presentation.

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

PEMPix is the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Emergency Medicine’s annual visual diagnosis competition. Diagnosis is made based on history and slit lamp findings. Acute Corneal Hydrops: Etiology, Risk Factors, and Management. This is the third of the four cases. Post traumatic cataract B. Bacterial keratitis C.

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GeriPal

JUNE 20, 2024

On our last podcast about urinary incontinence the song request was, “Let it go.” This time around several suggestions were raised. Eric suggested, “Even Flow,” by Pearl Jam. Someone else suggested, “Under Pressure,” but we’ve done it already. We settled on, “Oops…I did it again,” by Britney Spears. I suggested even flow. That’s a good one.

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GeriPal

JUNE 8, 2023

And yet we’re also in a different place in diabetes monitoring and management. Eric: And you can probably tell already, the topic at hand is diabetes management in late life. Should we use Ozempic (if we can find it) in patients with serious illness, which often results in undesirable and profound weight loss? Listen in to learn more!

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

PEMPix is the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Emergency Medicine’s annual visual diagnosis competition. What’s the Diagnosis? 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. Lymphoma D.

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CDOCS

MAY 4, 2021

Couple this with the in-office technologies of CEREC&reg; Primescan and CBCT allowed us to gain control of the technical processes necessary to manage and produce the surgical and restorative phases of treatment at one location.</span></p> We reviewed the 3D images together and discussed the risks associated with his case.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

AUGUST 8, 2024

Knowing the difference can help you seek the right treatment and avoid unnecessary complications. Timely diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications. Conditions like STIs, interstitial cystitis, and kidney stones can cause similar signs, so it’s crucial to get an accurate diagnosis. What is a UTI?

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Rao Doctor

APRIL 3, 2025

In case you have missed it, click below to read- FEVER FAQ- Part 1 Fever Diagnosis: How is your health assessed? When assessing a fever, we doctors employ a systematic approach to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective management. Understanding the patient’s medical history is crucial for an accurate diagnosis.

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Mesa Family Physician

MAY 8, 2025

Many chronic diseases—such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers—can be better managed or even prevented through routine checkups, lifestyle changes, and early detection strategies. What Is Preventive Care? Preventive care refers to medical services that focus on early detection, routine screenings, and health counseling.

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GeriPal

JUNE 16, 2022

There are a lot of old myths out there about managing urinary tract symptoms and UTI’s in older adults. Then we chat with Scott Bauer, internist and researcher at UCSF, about how to assess and manage lower urinary tract symptoms in men. Summary Transcript Summary. Transcript. Chrissy: I do. Can I tell you about why I chose it?

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GeriPal

JUNE 27, 2024

I have so many questions, and I promise we’re going to get to the management of anxiety and serious illness. Summary Transcript Summary “Anxiety is a lot like a toddler. It never stops talking, tells you you’re wrong about everything, and wakes you up at 3 a.m.” I’m not sure who wrote this quote, but it feels right to me.

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Doctor On Demand

APRIL 28, 2025

However, there are “Red Flag” symptoms that require urgent evaluation and management. Urgent care clinics provide quick diagnoses and treatments, including antibiotics if needed. Most sore throats are common cases, so it can be hard to know when to seek urgent care or when to just rest at home.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 11, 2024

It's the first point of contact for all your medical needs, from routine check-ups to managing chronic conditions. Patients who have a trusted primary care doctor are more likely to follow medical advice, manage their chronic conditions effectively, and ultimately enjoy better health outcomes. It's a common challenge many people face.

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GeriPal

JULY 11, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary In May we did a podcast on KidneyPal (the integration of palliative care in renal disease) , which made us think, hmmm… one organ right next door is the liver. Maybe we should do a podcast on LiverPal? (or or should we call it HepatoPal?) ABIM MOC credit will be offered to subscribers in November, 2024. Excited to be here.

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GeriPal

MAY 22, 2025

The ability to appreciate, recognize, and engage with music is preserved even until late stages of dementia, and Theresa is examining how music can be useful from the time of diagnosis, not only for the person with dementia, but their caregivers. This is not highly scripted orchestral music, people, its Jazz. -S Tyler 01:12 AHPM.

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GeriPal

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Summary Transcript CME Summary Cannabis is complicated. It can mean many things, including a specific type of plant, the chemicals in the plant, synthetic analogs, or products that have these components. On today’s podcast, we answer that question with our guests, David Casarett and Eloise Theisen. I am super excited to have you on, Eloise.

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GeriPal

JULY 21, 2022

Because I don’t think we think about that so much in palliative care, but we do in geriatrics. But I believe before we start, somebody has a song request for Alex. Is it you, Emmy? Emmy: It is. Eric: What’s the song? Emmy: I just forgot the name of the song… [laughter]. Alex: Pink Cadillac by Bruce Springsteen? I like that song.

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GeriPal

OCTOBER 20, 2022

How we came about to select these articles or to have interest in this topic is really older adults are unique population that are at risk for both over diagnosis of infections as well as under diagnosis of infections. There’s the complications associated with immune senescence, comorbidities, atypical clinical presentations.

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GeriPal

JUNE 15, 2023

Hallucinations, or when the AI lies or b *s, then denies it When the AI approaches sentience, is it ethical to unplug it? I’m sure this is a subject we will return to, given the rapid progress on AI. But then it asked me, “Oh, that sounds really interesting. Who are you going to be talking to?” ” And I said, “Sure.”

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GeriPal

AUGUST 29, 2024

We must often deliver complex medical information that carries heavy emotional weight in pressured settings to individuals with varying cultural backgrounds, values, and beliefs. That’s a hard enough task, given that most of us have never had any communication skills training. I’m just so excited about our guests today. Gordon 02:02 I do.

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PEMBlog

JUNE 2, 2025

Before your blood pressure rises as well, know that this PEMBlog article is here to provide an overview of the recognition and management of hypertensive emergencies. Hypertensive emergency is a clinical diagnosis characterized by a sudden and severe elevation in blood pressure accompanied by signs of acute end-organ dysfunction.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

APRIL 7, 2025

Schedule Your Cholesterol Screening Today Routine cholesterol testing allows early detection and better control of high cholesterol before complications arise. Imperial Center Family Medicine healthcare specialists have extensive training in evidence-based prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of lipid disorders.

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