Search results for "HIV"
New labeling on long-acting opioids, fluoroquinolones
This regulatory update covers a labeling change for all long-acting opioid analgesics, and another on fluoroquinolone drugs to better describe the serious side effect of peripheral neuropathy.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/11/fda.htm
1 Nov 2013
Helping clinicians improve care for sexual, gender minorities
The second edition of “The Fenway Guide to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health” goes several steps further than its first edition by educating physicians on how to account for a changing cultural landscape.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/04/fenway.htm
1 Apr 2015
MKSAP Quiz: Red, scaly skin lesions
A 37-year-old man is evaluated for a 4-month history of progressively worsening red, scaly lesions involving the scalp, trunk, and extremities. During the past month, he also has had pain in the hands and feet and has lost 4.5 kg (10.0 lb). Aspirin and acetaminophen have helped to relieve his joint symptoms. He does not drink alcoholic beverages, has no other medical problems, and takes no additional medications. He denies allergies. He has sex with men and women and uses condoms inconsistently. What diagnostic studies should be performed next in this patient?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/03/mksap.htm
1 Mar 2011
Tylenol recall expanded
College joins CDC for HIV/AIDS education initiative
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/06/22/7.htm
22 Jun 2010
Efavirenz as part of initial HIV therapy associated with increased suicidality
Initial HIV therapy that contained the antiretroviral efavirenz was associated with increased risk for suicidal ideation, attempted suicide, and completed suicide in a recent study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/07/01/4.htm
1 Jul 2014
HIV reduction efforts should target risky behaviors
MKSAP Quiz: daily cough without specific triggers
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/12/21/2.htm
21 Dec 2010
Silent epidemic: Alcohol and preventable death, despair
Alcohol use disorder is often linked to poverty, unemployment, social isolation, and other social determinants of health, and medicine must address these underlying factors to genuinely reduce the risks associated with alcohol.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/07/silent-epidemic-alcohol-and-preventable-death-despair.htm
1 Jul 2023
Updated guidelines issued on post-HIV-exposure prophylaxis
Health care workers with any occupational exposure to HIV should immediately use a post-exposure prophylaxis regimen comprising three or more antiretroviral drugs, according to updated guidelines from the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/08/13/5.htm
13 Aug 2013
MKSAP Quiz: Difficult and painful swallowing
A 43-year-old man is evaluated for difficulty with swallowing and painful swallowing. The pain began approximately 5 days ago and occurs with both solids and liquids. He has recently diagnosed HIV infection and is receiving antiretroviral therapy. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/09/mksap-quiz-difficult-and-painful-swallowing.htm
1 Sep 2022
MKSAP Quiz: swelling of the feet and legs in untreated HIV infection
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a young man with untreated HIV infection and swelling of the feet and legs.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/08/30/3.htm
30 Aug 2011