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March 2009 12 3 Issue of Clinical Advisor

Newsline

Hepatitis outbreaks caused by carelessness

Sloppy clinical practices have caused 33 outbreaks of hepatitis B or hepatitis C infection in the past decade, the CDC reports after its first full-scale ...

Diet tips for heart failure, COPD updated

Registered dietitians have some new advice for your patients with heart failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Antidepressants ease fibromyalgia complaints

Research revealed strong evidence associating antidepressants with reduction of pain, fatigue, depressed mood, and sleep disturbances, as well as with an improved health-related quality of ...

Exercise Rx boosts activity

If you want to encourage your patients to exercise more, try writing a prescription.

First psoriatic arthritis guidelines

Treatment guidelines for psoriatic arthritis address the five most significant clinical manifestations of this chronic systemic inflammatory disorder.

Flu shot creates opportunity for colorectal screening

If one group of practitioners has its way, clinicians may find themselves handing out colorectal cancer screening kits along with immunizations next flu season.

Many kidney stones are asymptomatic

Up to 45.7% of stones found on ultrasound fit criteria for being asymptomatic.

Drug Updates from MPR

Antibacterial effective against acne vulgaris

Dapsone is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Advisor Forum

Steroid-induced weight gain

Chronic foot and leg ulcer treatment

The forgotten lipid

Why do digital rectal exams?

If the DRE is not recommended to screen for prostate or colon cancer, why do we do it?

Dosing adjustments for obese children

ADHD treatment without stimulants

Standard of care for MRSA infections

Antibiotic-induced diarrhea

Cover Feature

The links between oral and systemic health

While research into specific cause-and-effect relationships continues, there are still plenty of reasons to encourage patients to take care of their mouth.

Dermatologic Look-Alikes

Distinguishing dysplastic nevi

Two patients presented with similar multiple moles on the extremities and torso. Can you tell which case was mild and which was severe?

Clinical Challenge

A man's temporary vision loss leads to an unexpected diagnosis

With no past medical history of note, the sudden onset of his condition necessitated a trip to the emergency department.

Commentary

HIV screening: Just another routine test?

Why is HIV testing so different from other types of routine screening?

Alternative Meds Update

Lemon balm

Lemon balm, known for its calmative effects, is frequently recommended for patients with insomnia, anxiety, and other nervous system-related conditions.