Search results for "Vitamins"
MKSAP Quiz: Worsening thrombocytopenia
A 35-year-old woman is evaluated for worsening thrombocytopenia; she is pregnant at 36 weeks' gestation. Medical history is significant for immune thrombocytopenic purpura. Previous platelet counts during this pregnancy have been 80,000 to 100,000/##mu;L (80-100 x 109/L). Her only medication is a prenatal vitamin. Following a physical exam and lab results, what is the most appropriate management of this patient's thrombocytopenia?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/09/mksap.htm
1 Sep 2016
Calcium and vitamin D supplementation associated with hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria in postmenopausal women
Postmenopausal women who take calcium and vitamin D supplements may be at higher risk for hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/06/24/4.htm
24 Jun 2014
High-dose vitamin D does not reduce COPD exacerbations, study finds
Supplementation with high doses of vitamin D did not reduce exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in most patients in a small new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/01/24/4.htm
24 Jan 2012
When to test, isolate, prescribe for outpatient COVID-19
Panelists at ACP and Annals of Internal Medicine's eighth virtual forum on COVID-19 discussed the latest recommendations and treatment options.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/03/when-to-test-isolate-prescribe-for-outpatient-covid-19.htm
1 Mar 2022
Task Force finds insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine vitamin D screening
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force found insufficient evidence to assess the benefits and harms of screening for vitamin D deficiency in asymptomatic, community-dwelling, nonpregnant adults.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/11/25/4.htm
25 Nov 2014
Action, advocacy, partnering for falls
Partnering with patients can make a big difference in preventing falls, which can result in lingering disability.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/03/action-advocacy-partnering-for-falls.htm
1 Mar 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Elevated INR found on routine monitoring
A 75-year-old man is evaluated for an elevated INR found on routine monitoring. He is otherwise well and has no evidence of bleeding. Following lab studies and stopping warfarin, what is the most appropriate additional management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/09/27/3.htm
27 Sep 2022
New strategies required to battle antibiotic overuse
At least two million people each year in the United States are infected with bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics, and at least 23,000 people die each year as a result of these infections.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/04/antibiotics.htm
1 Apr 2017
Task force recommends exercise, vitamin D to prevent falls in elderly
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends exercise or physical therapy and vitamin D supplementation to prevent falls in at-risk community-dwelling adults aged 65 years or older.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/06/05/1.htm
5 Jun 2012
NAFLD treatment starts with weight loss, then other modes
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which accounts for 30% to 40% of chronic liver disease in the U.S. today, is the hepatic manifestation of the metabolic syndrome and is associated with sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/07/NAFLD.htm
1 Jul 2016