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American Family Physician January 15, 2004 Robert Steiner |
Treating Acute Bronchiolitis Associated with RSV Treatment for infants with bronchiolitis caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) includes supplemental oxygen, nasal suctioning, fluids to prevent dehydration, and other supportive therapies. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2004 Edna D. Taniegra |
Hyperparathyroidism Primary hyperparathyroidism is the most frequent cause of hypercalcemia in ambulatory patients. The condition is most common in postmenopausal women, although it can occur in persons of all ages, including pregnant women. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2004 John Smucny |
Does a Low-Sodium Diet Reduce Blood Pressure? Reducing sodium intake does lead to a slightly lower average blood pressure. However, no evidence from controlled trials proves that reducing sodium intake decreases morbidity or mortality, or proves that modest sodium restriction is harmful. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2004 G. Robert DeYoung |
Tegaserod (Zelnorm) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Despite design limitations common to drug therapy trials for c-IBS (e.g., subjective outcomes, high placebo response rate), tegaserod is at least somewhat effective at relieving troublesome symptoms in women. |
American Family Physician January 15, 2004 Mark H. Ebell |
Suspected Pulmonary Embolism: Part I How can the history and physical examination help physicians diagnose pulmonary embolism? |
American Family Physician January 15, 2004 Anne D. Walling |
Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism in Women The excessive growth of coarse hair in a male-like pattern can cause significant distress and have multiple negative consequences for patients. Hyperandrogenism usually causes hirsutism. A review by Azziz stresses the need for a systematic evaluation of the patient and use of combination therapy. |
American Family Physician January 1, 2004 Lin & Kirchner |
Hepatitis B Hepatitis B causes significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Effective vaccines for hepatitis B virus have been available since 1982; infant and childhood vaccination programs introduced in the 1990s have resulted in a marked decrease in new infections. |
American Family Physician January 1, 2004 Old & Calvert |
Vertebral Compression Fractures in the Elderly Compression fracture of the vertebral body is common, especially in older adults. Vertebral compression fractures usually are caused by osteoporosis. Family physicians can help patients prevent compression fractures by diagnosing and treating predisposing factors. |
American Family Physician January 1, 2004 Stulberg & Wolfrey |
Pityriasis Rosea Pityriasis rosea is a common, acute exanthem of uncertain etiology. Viral and bacterial causes have been sought, but convincing answers have not yet been found. Pityriasis rosea typically affects children and young adults. |
American Family Physician January 1, 2004 Richard E. Allen |
Diaphragm Fitting A diaphragm is fitted properly if the posterior rim rests comfortably in the posterior fornix, the anterior rim rests snugly behind the pubic bone, and the cervix can be felt through the dome of the device. An extended visit with the physician or a nurse may be required for a woman to learn proper technique. |
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