Search results for "Asthma"
Allergy may not be absolute obstacle to COVID-19 vaccine
Allergic reactions to COVID-19 vaccines are rare but remain a source of concern. Experts at a recent conference offered some advice on management.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/04/allergy-may-not-be-absolute-obstacle-to-covid-19-vaccine.htm
1 Apr 2021
New reasons to worry about e-cigs
Experiments have shown negative biological effects from the flavor chemicals in e-cigarettes.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/07/new-reasons-to-worry-about-e-cigs.htm
1 Jul 2019
Warning on IBS drug for patients without gallbladders
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/05/fda.htm
1 May 2017
Managing medication adherence
That most nonadherent patients are willfully rejecting doctors' orders might seem shocking. But physicians have to accept it in order to encourage patients to accept their advice. Digital health tools may offer potential aids in solving matters of adherence.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/03/adherence.htm
1 Mar 2017
Corticosteroids have fallen out of favor for COPD care
A single study has gone a long way toward changing clinical practices.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/01/COPD-care.htm
1 Jan 2017
New warnings on benzodiazepines
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/11/new-warnings-on-benzodiazepines.htm
1 Nov 2020
NAFLD needs new attention in primary care
This issue also covers counseling patients about exercise, COVID-19 vaccines and vaccination, and reflections by College leaders about their terms of office during the pandemic.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/04/nafld-needs-new-attention-in-primary-care.htm
1 Apr 2021
How ‘seeing’ a patient has changed
Virtual visits reduce travel time to appointments, saves out-of-pocket costs, offers better access to remote patients, and even allows physicians to see more patients while enjoying more flexible schedules.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/10/how-seeing-a-patient-has-changed.htm
1 Oct 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 2-week history of nonproductive cough and fever
A 35-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-week history of nonproductive cough and fever. He has a 20-year history of asthma. Three weeks ago, he visited friends in Indiana. He has no dyspnea, hemoptysis, or worsening of his baseline asthma symptoms. His only medication is an albuterol inhaler as needed. Following a physical exam, lab results and a chest radiograph, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/03/04/3.htm
4 Mar 2014
MKSAP Quiz: Gradually worsening dyspnea on exertion
A 32-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2-month history of gradually worsening dyspnea on exertion. She has difficulty climbing one flight of stairs, but has no wheezing or cough. After physical and cardiopulmonary exam, chest radiography, and spirometry, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/01/mksap-quiz-gradually-worsening-dyspnea-on-exertion.htm
1 Jan 2021