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Pinpointing primary hyperparathyroidism

With targeted testing, especially in those who present with kidney stones and bone density issues, internists can help patients with this disorder get appropriate care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/04/pinpointing-primary-hyperparathyroidism.htm
1 Apr 2022

MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up visit for ovarian cancer

A 62-year-old woman is evaluated during a follow-up visit for recently diagnosed stage IIIA high-grade serous ovarian cancer. She underwent total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and completed six cycles of chemotherapy with cisplatin and paclitaxel. The patient's paternal aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 52 years. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/01/29/3.htm
29 Jan 2019

More tools available for treating IBS

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is not a new disorder, but physicians' understanding of its pathophysiology and treatment has greatly progressed over the years.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/01/more-tools-available-for-treating-ibs.htm
1 Jan 2023

Vitamin D did not lower fracture risk in generally healthy patients, study finds

A new analysis of a large trial found no difference in total fractures, nonvertebral fractures, or hip fractures by whether men 50 years of age or older and women 55 years of age or older were randomized to vitamin D or placebo.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/08/02/1.htm
2 Aug 2022

Genes, environment hold the keys to healthy aging

Living into one's centenarian years involves a little bit of genetic luck, and a lot of healthy lifestyle choices.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/05/agingQA.htm
1 May 2017

SSRIs associated with remission of depression following intracerebral hemorrhage

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) were associated with remission of depression following an intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH), but also higher risk of ICH recurrence in patients with pre-existing clinical, genetic, or neuroimaging risk factors for hemorrhagic stroke.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/09/01/6.htm
1 Sep 2020

Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives

ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/05/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 May 2019

Guidance limited for treating acute pain

Prescribing a short-term opioid to patients who haven't recently or ever taken a controlled substance might boost their vulnerability to later addiction.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/02/guidance-limited-for-treating-acute-pain.htm
1 Feb 2018

ACS changes breast cancer screening recommendations for women at average risk

Based on the available evidence, the American Cancer Society recommends that women who are at average risk of breast cancer should have regular screening mammography beginning at age 45.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/10/27/2.htm
27 Oct 2015

Undiagnosed diseases program tries to crack the tough cases

When a condition stumps the experts, the experts turn to a center of last resort, the federal Undiagnosed Diseases Program at the National Institutes of Health. Medical teams take a “big picture” view and a fresh eye to pick up on what may have been missed.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/05/mystery.htm
1 May 2012

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