Search results for "Irritable bowel syndrome"
Managing gluten sensitivity can mean managing patient expectations
This issue covers topics including clinical research on gluten sensitivity, proper preoperative assessments, and how to effectively prescribe methadone.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/09/editors.htm
1 Sep 2014
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluating a 1-year history of loose stools
A 67-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-year history of loose stools. She reports approximately four episodes per day without abdominal pain. She has not had nausea, vomiting, weight loss, bright red blood per rectum, or melena. After a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/07/14/3.htm
14 Jul 2015
Managing food poisoning's aftermath in ambulatory care
Internal medicine staff can be the starting point for acute cases of food poisoning, starting the screening process on the telephone and helping determine which patients should be sent right to the ED. But they can also help patients afterward, as they manage potentially long-term complications.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/10/food-poisoning.htm
1 Oct 2016
Warning on IBS drug for patients without gallbladders
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/05/fda.htm
1 May 2017
High-value management of patients with GI symptoms
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, rectal bleeding, and chronic diarrhea can be controlled better by applying high-value care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/06/gastro.htm
1 Jun 2017
Abdominal wall pain as its own diagnosis
Internists can diagnose chronic abdominal wall pain with a simple physical exam and some savvy history taking, experts said, and reassure patients that their condition is not serious and may respond to treatment.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/09/abdominal-wall-pain-as-its-own-diagnosis.htm
1 Sep 2017
Beyond counting sheep, helping patients sleep
This issue covers sleep hygiene, abdominal pain, and women's health.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/09/beyond-counting-sheep-helping-patients-sleep.htm
1 Sep 2017
Functional gut disorders become clearer as models emerge
One major finding is that irritable bowel syndrome and functional dyspepsia are connected.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/01/functional-gut-disorders-become-clearer-as-models-emerge.htm
1 Jan 2019
Uptake of CRC screening leaves room for improvement
This issue also covers IMGs and immigration policy, along with conference coverage on gastroenterology and the art of diagnosis.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/01/uptake-of-crc-screening-leaves-room-for-improvement.htm
1 Jan 2019
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for constipation
A 35-year-old woman is evaluated for constipation. She reports passage of hard stool every 3 to 4 days and associated bloating. Her symptoms have been present for more than 10 years and have progressed gradually. On physical examination, vital signs and other findings are normal. What is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/01/15/3.htm
15 Jan 2019