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Alcohol Abuse: Don’t Drink to ThatPeople who chronically abuse alcohol are at increased risk for cirrhosis, GI bleeding, pancreatitis, cardiomyopathy, trauma, mental health disorders, and a wide variety of cancers. Learn more about the potentially devastating complications of excessive, long-term alcohol use.
November 21, 2023
Hypothermia: The Cold FactsHypothermia has dramatic effects on many physiologic processes and organ systems (eg, cardiovascular, neurologic). How can you best bring your patient in from the cold?
November 21, 2023
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Facts and MisconceptionsSeasonal affective disorder is not a discrete disease but reflects the seasonality of affective illness. It is part of a mood cycle that also includes mania. How can you best manage this cycle?
November 15, 2023
Poisoning Clues on the Skin: 8 CasesPoisonings often manifest on the skin, with presentations that can provide vital diagnostic tips. Sinister or dangerous etiologies may be responsible for cutaneous signs. Can you correctly diagnose these 8 patients based on their dermatologic clues?
November 13, 2023
Gout for the HolidaysNot all patients with preexisting hyperuricemia develop gout. How many of these questions about gout can you correctly answer?
November 9, 2023
Clues in the Oral Cavity: Are You Missing the Diagnosis?Abnormalities of the oral cavity can signal the presence of serious underlying disease. A systematic evaluation of the oral hard and soft tissues can provide clinicians with much information regarding a patient's health.
Aortic Dissection: A Double-Barreled ThreatClinical manifestations of aortic dissection are often missed on initial evaluation. Learn more about signs and symptoms to correctly identify these dangerous tears.
October 11, 2023
Body Modifications: Dermatologic Reactions and RisksBody modifications are increasingly popular and can go far beyond simple piercings and tattoos. Keep current on the latest trends, risks, and adverse events.
October 3, 2023
11 Urologic Emergencies You Need to KnowAlthough urologic emergencies are relatively uncommon, prompt diagnosis and management are essential to prevent serious complications. Do you know how to recognize and best treat these 11 conditions?
September 26, 2023
Visual Findings of 9 Sexually Transmitted InfectionsSexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a common occurrence, but many lesions can be readily mistaken for other diseases. Can you make an accurate diagnosis in these conditions?
September 19, 2023
On Strike or Working Overtime: 13 Endocrine EmergenciesEndocrine emergencies are relatively uncommon but potentially fatal conditions that can be challenging to diagnose and treat. Learn to correctly identify and appropriately address the following 13 endocrine emergencies.
August 29, 2023
15 Fingernail and Toenail AbnormalitiesThe fingernails and toenails can show evidence of general medical conditions ranging from poor nutritional status to malignancy. How many of these do you recognize?
Acute Stroke: Critical Diagnostic Findings Prompt recognition and treatment of hemorrhagic/ischemic insults to the brain are critical to reestablishing blood flow to deprived areas and restoring neurologic function. Do you know how to best recognize stroke?
