Search results for "Hepatitis"
MKSAP Quiz: Lower extremity edema, rash
A 31-year-old woman is evaluated for lower extremity edema, a rash over both legs, and fatigue that have worsened during the past 3 months. She has no other medical problems and takes no medications. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what viral study will support the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/02/mksap-quiz-lower-extremity-edema-rash.htm
1 Feb 2023
Overcoming care barriers for transgender patients
Negative experiences for transgender patients can be avoided through gender-affirming care by physicians.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/01/overcoming-care-barriers-for-transgender-patients.htm
1 Jan 2023
Panel issues updated guidance on ART for HIV treatment, prevention
The recommendations from the International Antiviral Society-USA cover initiation of antiretroviral therapy (ART), switching regimens, ART in older patients with HIV, and HIV and COVID-19, among other topics.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/12/06/1.htm
6 Dec 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for positive HIV test
A 35-year-old man undergoes follow-up evaluation for a positive HIV screening test obtained 3 days ago. He is ready to start treatment. HIV testing 1 year ago was negative. He takes no medications. The physical examination is normal. Following immunoassays, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/07/12/4.htm
12 Jul 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Several-month history of pruritic rash
A 20-year-old woman is evaluated for a several-month history of unintentional weight loss, diarrhea, poor glycemic control, and pruritic rash. She was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus 2 years ago. Medications are insulin glargine and insulin aspart injection. What is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/07/mksap-quiz-several-month-history-of-pruritic-rash.htm
1 Jul 2022
Stories to change clinicians' views of substance use
A randomized clinical trial looked at the effects of a visual campaign and a narrative vignette on stigmas surrounding opioid use disorder.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/06/stories-to-change-clinicians-views-of-substance-use.htm
1 Jun 2022
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/05/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 May 2022
Hepatitis B vaccine now recommended for adults ages 19 through 59 years
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has changed its guidance to encourage clinicians to offer the vaccine to adult patients, rather than target those with risk factors or wait for it to be requested.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/04/05/1.htm
5 Apr 2022
New cardiovascular indication approved for diabetes drug
This column reviews details on recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/04/new-cardiovascular-indication-approved-for-diabetes-drug.htm
1 Apr 2022
New ACIP Adult Immunization Schedule recommends changes to herpes zoster, pneumococcal, hepatitis B vaccines
The guidelines from the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) also include information on COVID-19 vaccines, stressing that it is safe to co-administer them with other vaccines.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/02/22/2.htm
22 Feb 2022