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The patient is suffering from fever from past 2 days

Management and investigations for a patient with fever lasting two days:Perform a thorough clinical assessment to identify any i...

25 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

24 Dec 2025View Answer

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, ...

22 Dec 2025View Answer

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 ...

22 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

19 Dec 2025View Answer

Management of radiation proctotis

Management of radiation proctitis involves a combination of diagnostic assessment and tailored therapeutic interventions aimed at symptom re...

19 Dec 2025View Answer

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 ...

16 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

15 Dec 2025View Answer

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 ...

15 Dec 2025View Answer

NASH treatment

Current recommended treatment options for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) focus primarily on lifestyle modifications and selective pharmacologic...

14 Dec 2025View Answer

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome

Clinical Features: Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a potentially life-threatening complication of ovarian stimulation, particula...

11 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

11 Dec 2025View Answer

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:...

10 Dec 2025View Answer

Dvt diagnosis

Appropriate methods for diagnosing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) begin with a thorough clinical assessment including history and physical examination to exclude...

10 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

10 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

9 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

5 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

4 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

4 Dec 2025View Answer

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...

2 Dec 2025View Answer
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