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American Family Physician February 1, 2003 Karl E. Miller |
Duct Tape More Effective than Cryotherapy for Warts Duct tape occlusive therapy is more effective than cryotherapy in the treatment of common warts. The authors of a study also state that duct tape therapy is less expensive and has fewer adverse effects than cryotherapy. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Welker & Orlov |
Thyroid Nodules A thyroid nodule is a palpable swelling in a thyroid gland with an otherwise normal appearance. Thyroid nodules are common and may be caused by a variety of thyroid disorders. While most are benign, about 5 percent of all palpable nodules are malignant. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Gregory H. Taylor |
Cytomegalovirus Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a prevalent viral pathogen. The majority of persons with acute CMV will experience an inapparent infection. Complications of acute CMV infection in immunocompetent persons are rare, except in newborns. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Brunner et al. |
Hip Fractures in Adults Hip fracture is a major public health problem in the United States. When hip fracture is detected early, appropriate treatment can minimize morbidity and mortality and prevent the rapid decline in quality of life that often is associated with this injury. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Ables & Baughman |
Antidepressants: Update on New Agents and Indications Many antidepressants have been released in the United States over the past two decades. This article is an update of information about the newer agents for depression and new indications for older antidepressants. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Pritts & Susman |
Diagnosis of Eating Disorders in Primary Care Eating disorders are associated with devastating medical and psychologic consequences, including death, osteoporosis, growth delay, and developmental delay. Prompt diagnosis is linked to better outcomes. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Udobi et al. |
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Family physicians can play an essential role in the early recognition of ARDS and contribute to the multispecialty team required to manage this life-threatening condition. This article reviews the current understanding of the pathophysiology, management, and prognosis of ARDS. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Velez & Selwa |
Seizure Disorders in the Elderly Seizure disorders become increasingly common after the age of 60 years and can have a significant impact on functional status. The goal of antiepileptic drug therapy is to control seizures but preserve quality of life. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Morelli et al. |
Alternative Therapies for Traditional Disease States: Osteoarthritis Americans spend more on natural remedies for osteoarthritis than for any other medical condition. In treating osteoarthritis, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, two of the molecular building blocks found in articular cartilage, are the most commonly used alternative supplements. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2003 Nusbaum et al. |
Chronic Illness and Sexual Functioning Patients who have chronic illness often have difficulties with sexual functioning. With an understanding of the impact that illness can have on sexual functioning and the use of basic management strategies, family physicians can readily enhance quality of life for their patients. |
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