Obstructive sleep apnea: an overview of treatments
With obstructive sleep apnea rates rising in tandem with obesity, primary-care providers should know about available therapeutic options.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Weighing the pros, cons of craniosacral therapy
The benefits of CranioSacral Therapy may not outweigh the intensive training and medical costs associated with the treatment.
Think broadly to diagnose the cause of chronic abdominal pain
When diagnosing the cause of chronic abdominal pain, a more specific history and a broad consideration of causes can help with diagnosis.
Yellow lights, digoxin toxicity
A woman complaining of seeing yellow lights is diagnosed with digoxin toxicity.
New guidelines address irritable bowel syndrome drugs
New guidelines for irritable bowel syndrome treatment have been released by the American Gastroenterological Association.
Avoid these five emergency department tests
The American College of Emergency Physicians has issued another list of five tests and procedures that should be questioned before use.
Blood pressure of 150 adequate for older adults
Maintaining systolic blood pressure at less than 150 mmHG is adequate for preventing hypertension in older adults.
Statin use advised in chronic kidney disease
A new study indicated that older patients with predialysis chronic kidney disease should take statins.
Diabetes rate drops with bariatric surgery
The rate of diabetes decreased for up to seven years after bariatric surgery for obese patients.
Exploring fluoride’s effectiveness
The efficacy of topical fluoride products is only as good as compliance with their use.
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