Search results for "Meningitis"
What to expect when volunteering in war-torn regions
A new training program simulates a humanitarian crisis and teaches physicians how to determine basic living needs and the health care infrastructure required to meet them.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/03/volunteering.htm
1 Mar 2017
MKSAP Quiz: 1-month history of diminished concentration
A 57-year-old woman is hospitalized with a 1-month history of diminished concentration, memory, and judgment, with recent mental status fluctuations and gait disorder. Medical history is remarkable for hypertension. After a physical exam, lab studies, and brain MRI, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/05/12/3.htm
12 May 2020
Spotting syphilis, other STIs in the internist's office
Some patients need more than just routine screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Accurate diagnosis and timely treatment can improve quality of life while preventing re-infection.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/07/STIs.htm
1 Jul 2016
MKSAP Quiz: Hospitalization for shortness of breath
A 43-year-old man is hospitalized for shortness of breath, tingling in the extremities, and weakness. Three weeks ago, he had watery diarrhea that lasted 5 days. He reports no travel and no sexual contact in the past year. Following a physical and neurological exam, what is the most likely cause of this patient's neurologic syndrome?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/06/07/3.htm
7 Jun 2022
Managing HIV with testing, prevention
Antiretroviral therapy has made an impact in treating HIV, but preexposure prophylaxis has created a huge opportunity in preventing infection, with internists poised to play a role.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/03/managing-hiv-with-testing-prevention.htm
1 Mar 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Chronic intermittent nonbloody diarrhea
A 25-year-old woman is evaluated for chronic intermittent nonbloody diarrhea with associated abdominal cramping, burping, and bloating. Symptoms began several months ago. Following a physical exam and stool testing, what is the most likely cause of this patient's diarrheal illness?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/18/3.htm
18 May 2021
After splenectomy, clots join infection as potential risks
Fewer splenectomies are being done, but thromboembolic disease afterward is now more recognized and therefore being diagnosed more frequently.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/04/splenectomy.htm
1 Apr 2017
CDC reports on safety after month of COVID-19 vaccines, ACIP updates vaccine schedule
The 2021 schedule from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) includes interim recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination, as well as updates for vaccines against influenza, hepatitis A, and others.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/02/23/3.htm
23 Feb 2021
Adult immunization schedule recommends major changes to 3 vaccines
The changes involve the human papillomavirus (HPV), pneumococcal, and meningococcal (MenB) vaccines.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/02/02/1.htm
2 Feb 2016
Devil can be in the details for DME requests
This issue covers topics including requests for durable medical equipment (DME), screening for stages 1 to 3 chronic kidney disease, and diagnosis of meningitis.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/07/editors.htm
1 Jul 2014