Search results for "Rheumatology"
TNF agents for rheumatic diseases associated with increased skin cancer risk
Tumor necrosis factor inhibitors used to treat rheumatoid arthritis are associated with an increased risk of skin cancer but not lymphoma, according to a meta-analysis.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/09/13/2.htm
13 Sep 2011
DynaMed Plus Quiz: Shortness of breath
A 40-year-old trophy-winning professional knitter reports increasing shortness of breath and dry cough for the past week, as well as hoarseness and throat pain for the past three days. Upon questioning, she reports feeling “feverish” and being unusually tired of late. Following a review of systems, physical exam, and lab tests, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/11/dynamed-plus-quiz-shortness-of-breath.htm
1 Nov 2017
MKSAP Quiz: 3-month history of fatigue, rash
A 58-year-old woman is evaluated for a 3-month history of fatigue and a nonpruritic rash on the chest and arms. The rash worsens with sun exposure. The patient reports no pleurisy, dryness of the eyes or mouth, arthritis, or Raynaud phenomenon. There is no evidence of synovitis. The appearance of the rash is shown. A physical exam and laboratory tests are normal. Antinuclear antibody test results are negative, and anti-Ro/SSA antibody test results are positive. What is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/09/mksap.htm
1 Sep 2014
MKSAP Quiz: follow-up visit for dermatomyositis
Home BP monitoring significantly lowers pressure
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/12/07/3.htm
7 Dec 2010
MKSAP Quiz: lower-extremity pain and ‘red knots'
Beta-blockers may have benefit in COPD patients
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/06/08/3.htm
8 Jun 2010
MKSAP Quiz: a 5-day history of knee pain and swelling
A 69-year-old woman is evaluated for a 5-day history of pain and swelling in the right knee that developed after a prolonged period of gardening in her backyard. This week's MKSAP question asks readers to determine the most likely diagnosis.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/06/28/3.htm
28 Jun 2011
MKSAP Quiz: aching in joints of hands and knees
BPH drug may lower prostate cancer incidence, effect on mortality unknown
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/04/06/3.htm
6 Apr 2010
MKSAP Quiz: a 6-month history of low back pain
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a young man with a 6-month history of low back pain and prolonged morning stiffness.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/01/15/3.htm
15 Jan 2013
MKSAP Quiz: 3-week history of pain and swelling of right knee
High-dose vitamin D may make falls, fractures more likely
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/05/18/3.htm
18 May 2010
Methotrexate intolerance common in patients with rheumatoid, psoriatic arthritis
Gastrointestinal symptoms are common in patients who are prescribed methotrexate for rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, in some cases even before they start taking the drug, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/01/07/5.htm
7 Jan 2014