Search results for "Rheumatology"
Obituaries
ACP remembers College leaders.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/01/obituaries.htm
1 Jan 2022
Study shows shingles vaccine safe in patients taking TNF inhibitors
The safety and effectiveness of live virus vaccines, such as the varicella-zoster vaccine, have been unknown in patients with inflammatory diseases who are receiving immunomodulatory therapy.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/28/4.htm
28 Sep 2021
Obituaries
Obituaries note the passing of former ACP leaders.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/09/obits.htm
1 Sep 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 5-year history of knee pain
A 67-year-old man is evaluated for a 5-year history of right knee pain, with morning stiffness lasting 20 minutes. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate initial imaging study?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/06/22/3.htm
22 Jun 2021
Osteoarthritis can ease with easy changes
An optimal regimen starting with nonpharmacologic measures can help patients achieve notable relief.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/osteoarthritis-can-ease-with-easy-changes.htm
1 May 2021
Giant-cell arteritis needs prompt action for good outcomes
The differential diagnosis of this condition can be challenging because many conditions can mimic it.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/giant-cell-arteritis-needs-prompt-action-for-good-outcomes.htm
1 May 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 4-week history of joint pain, rash
A 33-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-week history of recurrent worsening joint pain and a new rash on the chest and upper back. She reports sun exposure from spending time at the beach. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis for the rash?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/mksap-quiz-4-week-history-of-joint-pain-rash.htm
1 May 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 3-day history of left knee pain, swelling
A 43-year-old woman is evaluated for a 3-day history of left knee pain and swelling. Similar episodes have occurred in either knee as well as the left wrist during the past 2 years. Following a physical exam, radiographs, and joint aspiration of the left knee, what laboratory study will most likely identify the cause of this patient's symptoms?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/16/3.htm
16 Mar 2021
What's in an eponym? Discussing namesake diseases
Where do medical eponyms come from? Consider their origins, the reasons why they've fallen out of favor, and why some still, against the odds, endure.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/03/whats-in-an-eponym-discussing-namesake-diseases.htm
1 Mar 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 3-year history of knee stiffness
A 58-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-year history of left knee stiffness, which was intermittent but has become more persistent in the past 4 months. He reports no daily pain but has knee stiffness for 10 minutes in the morning and when he sits for an extended period of time. Following a physical exam and radiograph, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/11/17/3.htm
17 Nov 2020