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Revisiting the Advantages of aSOAP Notes: The Best of the Paper Chart and Old School Photography

A Country Doctor Writes

72 year old female with diabetes and heavy atherosclerotic burden presents with two weeks of increased dyspnea and weight gain as well as increased thirst and episodes of blurry vision. No treatment changes made but he has noticed a lump in his lower abdomen and altered bowel movements. In-house HbA1c is 9.

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What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and how might it affect me?

Vida Family Medicine

Type 2 Diabetes : Insulin resistance associated with PCOS can elevate the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Sleep apnea independently increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, as well as mood disorders and fatigue. These complications can often be avoided or reduced with early diagnosis and management.

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When to Go to a Doctor for Chest Congestion: At-home Care vs. Medical Attention

Doctor On Demand

This concern is especially serious for people with high blood pressure, diabetes, or who have a history of heart disease. When to use telehealth for chest congestion Use telehealth, also known as virtual care , for chest congestion when symptoms are mild to moderate and you need medical advice, prescriptions, or a treatment plan.

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Finding the Right Clinic: A Guide to Quality Care

Plum Health

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. If you have a chronic condition like asthma, diabetes, or arthritis, unexpected complications or flare-ups can occur at any time.

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

Adherence to medical advice improves and unnecessary self-referrals to other doctors decrease. Patients share personal issues more easily and medical errors are more easily avoided. 22 Family physicians are the sole care providers for 86% of hypertensive patients and for 71% of diabetics (based on 2.7

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Is Candida a Sexually Transmitted Disease? The Truth About Transmission

AMMD

Diabetes or an autoimmune condition can also leave you more vulnerable to infection. When to Seek Professional Medical Advice If you’ve recently developed a vaginal yeast infection, you’re not alone. However, a weakened immune system can increase your risk of developing candida overgrowth.

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