In this photo essay you will see an array of diaper dermatoses. Compare and contrast the classic findings to help build your clinical diagnostic skills.
A 14-year-old female presented with a 1-week history of right-sided facial numbness. Ear pain on the affected side was the first symptom and was followed by progressive paresthesia. She was otherwise asymptomatic.
A 17-year-old girl being treated for mild acne, anxiety, and depression, presented with an ankle “bruise” related to an injury sustained 2 years earlier. Symptoms resolved with treatment, but the hyperpigmentation persisted.
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A 6-month-old boy has a 1-week history of dry cough that worsens at night. He has been wheezing intermittently for the past month. A 2-year-old girl has had severe nighttime cough, congestion, and fever for 2 days. She recently recovered from a respiratory illness of 1 month's duration. Chest radiographs of both patients are shown… Read More
Last year, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices updated its vaccination recommendations to include new guidelines for children ages 6 months through 8 years, and for persons with egg allergy. Read More
Patients with asthma may be reluctant to exercise for fear of triggering an attack. You can reassure them that adequate control can allow them to participate in almost any physical activity they wish. Recommendations from the NIH offer guidance on prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm… Read More
A 14-month-old girl presented with persistent fever, cough, and worsening rash of 5 days' duration. On the first day of the illness, the infant was brought to an acute care clinic for evaluation. Read More
Ceftriaxone is used to treat an array of infections and can be given once daily IV or IM. However, it should generally be avoided in neonates, especially those with high bilirubin levels. This case demonstrates how problems can—and do—occur.
A Duke University researcher discusses study results that show significant differences in antibiograms for adult and pediatric patients and how using population-specific data improves antibiotic choice.
This annular configuration is classic for granuloma annulare; very widespread lesions may signal diabetes mellitus. Ultrapotent topical steroids may lead to resolution.
In this photo essay you will see an array of diaper dermatoses. Compare and contrast the classic findings to help build your clinical diagnostic skills.
Cheerleading accounts for 66% of catastrophic injuries in high school female athletes over the past 25 years. New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics focus on preventive strategies. Highlights, here.
The American Academy of Pediatrics at its 2012 National Conference and Exhibition released an extensive analysis of the scientific evidence surrounding organic foods of all types. Here, highlights of the report for pediatricians.
Your 3:30 appointment is a 10-year-old boy, whom you’ve never met, with a chief complaint of “stomach pain.” He has had an extensive GI workup and his mother wants you to do something now.
ADHD: clinical practice guideline for the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents.
ADHD Drug Shortage AACAP and AMA collaborate on Amicus Brief State Advocacy Update Oregon introduces legislation to mandate equal pay for nurse practitioners and physicians New York legislature considers ... return to top] ADHD Drug Shortage
Brian Smith, MD, continues his discussion of the practice of nonsuicidal self-injury in adolescents. Cutting, burning, self-hitting or banging, scratching, interfering with wound healing—these practices of self-injury may be on the rise.
In Part 2 of this podcast series, he discusses the how’s, the why’s—and treatment options. Dr Smith is assistant professor in the department of psychiatry at the Michigan State University in East Lansing.
Questions from parents touch on almost every aspect of child-rearing and can pose some of the greatest challenges in daily practice. Here, help with some of the thornier questions parents ask.
Five Steps to Improving Patient Access Judy Capko, May 21, 2013 Patient access is getting increased attention through reform initiatives. Here are five steps you can take to make sure patients get appropriate access to care in your office.
Growing HIPAA Threat – Ignore Windows XP at Your Own Peril Marion K. Jenkins, May 21, 2013 Chances are good that you have some major ticking software time bombs lurking in your medical practice's computer environment, namely Windows XP and Server 2003.
Three Areas to Reduce Costs at Your Medical Practice Greg Mertz, May 19, 2013 By taking a hard look at reducing costs for staffing, overhead, and technology at your medical practice, you may see increased physician compensation.
Dos and Don’ts for Starting a Physician Blog Michael Woo-Ming, MD, May 18, 2013 Starting a physician blog can provide your medical practice with marketing benefits, but it's important to do it right.