Search results for "Lupus"
The latest issue of ACP Internist is online and coming to your mailbox.
The November/December issue of ACP Internist is now online and coming to your mailbox, featuring stories about lupus, virtual visits, and innovations in Clostridium difficile treatment.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/11/11/9.htm
11 Nov 2014
It's all about the history in diagnosing fever of unknown origin
There are 4 types of fever of unknown origin, and distinguishing among them starts with the first step: Look for clues from the history and other presenting symptoms.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/fever.htm
1 Jun 2014
MKSAP Quiz: 3-month history of swelling of the face, hands, and feet
A 53-year-old woman is evaluated for a 3-month history of swelling of the face, hands, and feet. She has untreated hepatitis C virus infection. She takes lithium for bipolar disorder. She has no additional symptoms. After a physical exam, lab results and kidney biopsy, what is the most likely cause of this patient's nephrotic syndrome?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/05/19/3.htm
19 May 2015
Nonspecific symptoms may have a very specific cause
This issue covers topics including management of lupus, the effect of telemedicine on primary care practice, and new approaches to treating Clostridium difficile.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/11/editors.htm
1 Nov 2014
MKSAP Quiz: 4-week history of wheals and burning sensation without pruritus
A 27-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-week history of wheals, characterized by a burning sensation without pruritus. Each individual lesion persists for 48 hours and slowly resolves, leaving a bruise. Current medications are diphenhydramine, hydroxyzine, cetirizine and oral contraceptives. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/07/16/3.htm
16 Jul 2013
MKSAP Quiz: Mildly pruritic eruption on a woman's right nipple
A 55-year-old woman is seen in follow-up for a mildly pruritic eruption on and surrounding her right nipple, which developed about 5 months ago. She has no family history of eczema or psoriasis, and she is otherwise healthy. What is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/09/mksap.htm
1 Sep 2012
MKSAP Quiz: 6-month history of diffuse muscle and joint pain
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 25-year-old woman with a 6-month history of diffuse muscle and joint pain, fatigue, and difficulty sleeping.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/01/10/3.htm
10 Jan 2012
Fibromyalgia characterized by controversy
There is very clear, objective evidence that fibromyalgia is a real problem. But there remains considerable dissent among the medical community about the condition's cause.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/09/fibromyalgia.htm
1 Sep 2016
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
MKSAP Quiz: 4-day history of fever, malaise
A 24-year-old man is admitted to the hospital with a 4-day history of fever, malaise, and arthralgia of the elbows, wrists, and knees. Two days ago, he developed progressive pain and swelling of the right knee. He also has a rash on his arm. Following a physical exam and blood cultures, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/04/mksap.htm
1 Apr 2015