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Optimu bp for a type 2 fm

The optimal clinic blood pressure target for a patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus is to reduce and maintain blood pressure below 140/90 mmHg if th...

9 Feb 2026View Answer

Guidelines uti adults

Diagnosis of urinary tract infection (UTI) in adults:In women under 65 years, consider UTI if one or more key symptoms such as d...

8 Feb 2026View Answer

Cold hands - raynaud

Diagnosis: Suspect Raynaud's phenomenon if there is cold- or stress-induced episodic vasospasm of arteries in the digits leading to clearly ...

8 Feb 2026View Answer

Cold hands - raynaud

Diagnosis: Suspect Raynaud's phenomenon if there is cold- or stress-induced episodic vasospasm of arteries in the digits leading to clearly ...

8 Feb 2026View Answer

Ovarian cysts

Investigations:For women presenting with ovarian cysts, a thorough clinical assessment including a pelvic and abdominal examinat...

8 Feb 2026View Answer

What does chronic lack of sleep does to health?

Chronic sleep deprivation significantly impairs overall health through multiple interconnected pathways. It commonly leads to daytime fatigue, irritability, ...

8 Feb 2026View Answer

whats the criteria to prescribe mounjaro on the NHS

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) prescribing criteria on the NHS focus on its indication for managing overweight and obesity as part of a comprehensiv...

6 Feb 2026View Answer

Housebound patient reports recurrent collapses. Declines to be conveyed to hospi

Management approach for a housebound patient with recurrent collapses who declines hospital conveyance and refuses home visit for capacity assessment...

6 Feb 2026View Answer

Follow on wound care management for ftsg to ear from day 8 onwards

From day 8 onward, the recommended wound care management for a full-thickness skin graft to the ear includes maintaining an appropriate moist wound environme...

6 Feb 2026View Answer

Follow on wound care management for ftsg to ear from day 8 onwards

From day 8 onward, the recommended wound care management for a full-thickness skin graft to the ear includes maintaining an appropriate moist wound environme...

6 Feb 2026View Answer

Investigation and management of bursitis shoulder

Investigations: Diagnosis of shoulder bursitis is primarily clinical based on history and physical examination; routine imaging is not typic...

6 Feb 2026View Answer

Mx of acute gout attacks: first-line treatments + lifestyle advice?

First-line treatments for acute gout attacks include offering one of the following as soon as possible: a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory dru...

2 Feb 2026View Answer

Flu and pneumococcal immunisation strategies in primary care?

Influenza Vaccination Strategies in Primary Care:Inform and proactively invite eligible children and adults during face-to-face ...

2 Feb 2026View Answer

Treatment for flu

Recommended treatment options for influenza primarily involve supportive care and the selective use of antiviral agents depending on patient risk factors and...

1 Feb 2026View Answer

Management of hypertension

Management of Hypertension in AdultsReferral: Urgent referral for same-day specialist assessment is required if...

1 Feb 2026View Answer

Will I see my family

During your hospital stay, you will generally be able to see your family members, but the specifics depend on the type of hospital setting, your individual c...

1 Feb 2026View Answer

针对‘司美格鲁肽(Semaglutide)在非肥胖人群中预防心血管疾病’的最新研究进展,请列出 2025 年以后发表的顶级医学证据(如 NEJM),并指出目前的

As of the latest data available, there are no published research findings after the year 2025 specifically addressing the use of semaglutide in preventing ca...

31 Jan 2026View Answer

How long before excision of SCC on antihelix and skin grafting should apixaban b

Appropriate duration to discontinue apixaban before excision of squamous cell carcinoma on the antihelix and skin grafting:Excision o...

23 Jan 2026View Answer

Complication of ckd

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with multiple potential complications affecting various organ systems and overall health. The key complica...

23 Jan 2026View Answer

Can l argynine help in ed

L-arginine is not currently recommended by UK clinical guidelines for the management of erectile dysfunction (ED) due to a lack of robust evidence on...

20 Jan 2026View Answer
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