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Hypertensive patient on lercanidipine 10mg and losartan 100mg remains hypertensi
For a hypertensive patient who remains hypertensive despite taking lercanidipine 10 mg (a calcium-channel blocker) and losartan 100 mg (an angiotensin II rec...
70 years old lady presented with the excessive sweating on the head,face and nec
Management approach: For a 70-year-old woman with a three-year history of excessive resting sweating localized to the head, face, and neck, ...
Cefalaxin for severe infections and guidance for treatment
Appropriate use of cephalexin in managing severe infections:Cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic primarily used ...
When to investigate lower urinary tract symptoms for possible urological conditi
Investigations for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) should be performed when symptoms are bothersome, complicated, or do not respond to initial co...
Management of radiation proctotis
Management of radiation proctitis involves a combination of diagnostic assessment and tailored therapeutic interventions aimed at symptom re...
Management plan for moderately to poorly differentiated 10mm SCC of antihelix wi
For a 10mm moderately to poorly differentiated squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the antihelix, the management plan involves urgent referral ...
How to interpret Cockcroft formula
The Cockcroft-Gault formula is used in clinical practice primarily to estimate creatinine clearance, which helps assess kidney function and guide dru...
Contraindications for oral minoxodil for hair growth in female 73 years
Oral minoxidil is contraindicated in patients with phaeochromocytoma due to the risk of exacerbating this condition.It should be used with caution or ...
NASH treatment
Current recommended treatment options for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) focus primarily on lifestyle modifications and selective pharmacologic...
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
Clinical Features: Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a potentially life-threatening complication of ovarian stimulation, particula...
Is there any interaction between omeprazole and a raised hbA1c
There is no direct evidence or documented interaction between omeprazole and elevated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels in the provided UK clinical guide...
How do I manage a patient who is 14 weeks pregnant and suffering from headaches
Management of a 14-week pregnant patient with frequent, all-day headaches and mostly normal blood pressure but occasional slight elevations:...
Dvt diagnosis
Appropriate methods for diagnosing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) begin with a thorough clinical assessment including history and physical examination to exclude...
Diagnostic criteria for T2DM (HbA1c, fasting glucose, OGTT)?
Diagnostic criteria for type 2 diabetes mellitus based on HbA1c, fasting blood glucose, and oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) results are as follows...
tyrosin kinase inhibitors for nis induction in thyroid cancer
Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) play a significant role in the management of refractory or advanced thyroid cancers, particularly differentiated th...
cause of perianal abcess
A perianal abscess primarily arises from infection of the anal glands located in the intersphincteric space, which leads to the formation of a pus-filled cav...
Diabetes type 2
Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes MellitusType 2 diabetes is diagnosed in adults who are not pregnant by an HbA1c level of 48 mmol/mo...
Diabetes type 2
Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes MellitusType 2 diabetes is diagnosed in adults who are not pregnant by an HbA1c level of 48 mmol/mo...
Can you analyse an ecg?
Yes, an electrocardiogram (ECG) can be analyzed to assess heart rhythm and detect abnormalities. ECG monitoring is essential in various clin...