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Sjögren's criteria embrace multispecialty approach

Diagnosis and management of Sjögren's syndrome require participation by rheumatologists, ophthalmologists and oral medicine specialties, according to the first classification criteria endorsed by the American College of Rheumatology.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/04/03/6.htm
3 Apr 2012

Managing medications in patients with heart failure

Internists can provide a medical home to patients with heart failure so that medications and supplements are regularly assessed and managed, according to experts.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/02/medications.htm
1 Feb 2017

MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of low libido

A 37-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-year history of low libido, loss of morning erections, fatigue, and decreasing muscle mass. His medical history is otherwise unremarkable. He takes no medications. A physical exam, lab studies, and pituitary MRI are done. Before starting therapy for this patient, what else should be determined?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/05/09/3.htm
9 May 2017

MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of fatigue, headaches, sore throat

A 36-year-old man is evaluated for a 1-year history of fatigue, intermittent headaches, sore throat, and joint and muscle pain. He reports no difficulties falling asleep and gets 10 hours of uninterrupted but nonrestorative sleep each night. HIV testing and risk factors are negative. On physical examination, the patient appears anxious. Vital signs and the remainder of the physical examination are normal. The patient's evaluation for sleep disorders is normal. A screening test for depression is negative. What is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/06/27/3.htm
27 Jun 2017

MKSAP Quiz: 10-month history of generalized weakness

A 61-year-old man is evaluated for a 10-month history of generalized weakness. He reports no pain or myalgia. History is significant for hypercholesterolemia treated with a stable dose of simvastatin for the past 3 years. Following a physical exam, lab studies, and a chest radiograph, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/07/12/3.htm
12 Jul 2016

MKSAP Quiz: New rash on legs

A 32-year-old woman is evaluated for a new rash on her legs. She was diagnosed with pyelonephritis 4 days ago and was started on a 7-day regimen of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole based on urine culture and sensitivity data; her urinary symptoms have improved. Medical history includes Hashimoto thyroiditis treated with levothyroxine; her dose was increased 4 weeks ago based on thyroid function studies. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/06/mksap-quiz-new-rash-on-legs.htm
1 Jun 2018

Guideline released on rheumatoid arthritis treatment

Among other recommendations, the guideline panel recommended a treat-to-target approach rather than a nontargeted approach in patients with early symptomatic RA and those with established RA, regardless of disease activity.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/11/24/4.htm
24 Nov 2015

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/2020/02/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Feb 2020

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: Gout with flares

This week's quiz asks readers to determine the appropriate next step in management for a 59-year-old man with a 6-month history of gout, hypersensitivity to allopurinol, and more frequent gout flares.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/09/15/3.htm
15 Sep 2015

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