Search results for "Neurology"
MKSAP Quiz: follow-up evaluation of a tremor
A 54-year-old man is seen for follow-up evaluation of a tremor in his upper extremities that has been present since age 20 years. The tremor was mild for many years and did not interfere with his work but has become more prominent in recent years. He has difficulty writing and using utensils during meals. Following a family history, physical exam, and testing, what is the most appropriate next step in treating this patient's tremor?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/10/27/3.htm
27 Oct 2015
Neurologists suggest steps for prescribing opioids for chronic pain
The American Academy of Neurology issued a position paper outlining steps that can help physicians who prescribe chronic opioid analgesic therapy (COAT) for chronic noncancer pain (CNCP).
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/10/07/1.htm
7 Oct 2014
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of increasing forgetfulness
A 67-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-year history of increasing forgetfulness. She reports greater difficulty keeping track of upcoming appointments, recalling details of recent telephone conversations, and remembering names of new acquaintances. Otherwise, she has no complaints and her physical and neurological exams are normal. What is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/09/01/3.htm
1 Sep 2015
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of fatigue, headaches
A 30-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-year history of fatigue, headaches, poor sleep, depression, intermittently blurred vision, and weakness when climbing stairs. She takes no medication.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/04/21/3.htm
21 Apr 2015
MKSAP Quiz: 5-year history of recurrent headache
A 28-year-old man is evaluated for a 5-year history of recurrent headache that occurs several times per month and lasts 12 to 24 hours. He describes the headache as a bilateral frontal pressure associated with nasal congestion and sensitivity to light, sound, and smell. The pain is generally moderate in intensity but worsens when he bends forward or exercises and has caused him to miss 3 days of work recently. Following a physical exam and neurological exam, what is the most appropriate management of this patient's disorder?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/06/02/3.htm
2 Jun 2015
Anticoagulation likely OK for stroke patients undergoing dental procedures
Stroke patients on blood thinners who undergo dental procedures can routinely continue aspirin or warfarin, according to level A recommendations issued by the American Academy of Neurology.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/06/04/1.htm
4 Jun 2013
SSRIs associated with increase in brain hemorrhage risk in some patients, but absolute risks appear small
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may increase risk for brain hemorrhage in some patients, although the absolute risks are probably low, a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/10/23/4.htm
23 Oct 2012
Medical marijuana may help relieve some multiple sclerosis symptoms but has several safety concerns
Certain forms of medical marijuana can help treat some symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), but they do not appear to be helpful in treating drug-induced movements in Parkinson's disease, a review by the American Academy of Neurology found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/04/29/1.htm
29 Apr 2014