Urinary tract infections.

abstract：:Anorectal disorders are very common among a wide population of patients. Because patients may be embarrassed about the anatomic location of their symptoms, they may present to care late in the course of their illness. Care should be taken to validate patient concerns and normalize fears. This article discusses the dia...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Davies D,Bailey J

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Providing culturally competent and medically knowledgeable care to the transgender community is increasingly falling within the realms of practice for primary care providers. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of best practices as they relate to transgender care. This article is by no means a compre...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Lapinski J,Covas T,Perkins JM,Russell K,Adkins D,Coffigny MC,Hull S

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Coronary arteriography is indicated in patients with acute myocardial infarction with complications such as ventricular septal rupture or papillary muscle rupture; when the ischemic pain recurs; or after acute myocardial infarction without major complications when information about the coronary anatomy is needed to es...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： King SB 3rd

更新日期：1981-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ankle is the site of frequent athletic injuries, the most significant of which include Achilles' rupture, peroneal tendon dislocation, and lateral ligamentous rupture. Evaluation techniques and treatment methods stressing an early but graduated return to function are discussed for the major soft tissue injuries of...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Stover CN

更新日期：1980-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most travel medical care is provided by patients' primary care physicians; only 10% of international travelers visit a travel clinic. The main purposes for travel include vacationing, visiting friends and family, business, and for educational purposes. The purposes of the pretravel consultation are to estimate risk an...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Lohr J,Fredrick NB,Helm L,Cho J

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In summary, menopause tends to be associated with an increased risk of obesity and a shift to an abdominal fat distribution with associated increase in health risks. Changes in body composition at menopause may be caused by the decrease in circulating estrogen, and, for fat distribution shifts, the relative increase i...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Lovejoy JC

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulmonary rehabilitation does have a place in the medical management of COPD. It is the responsibility of the primary care practitioner to be sufficiently informed to make intelligent choices among programs for optimum benefit to the patient. Beyond bronchodilators and small volume nebulizers is the concept of pulmona...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Harris PL

更新日期：1985-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anthroposophically Extended Medicine (AEM) is a truly integrative healing system. AEM represents an expansion, not an alternative to conventional medicine. Its unique understanding of the interplay among physiological, soul and spiritual processes in healing and illness serves to bridge allopathy with naturopathy, hom...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Cantor IS,Rosenzweig S

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article is based on educating readers and physicians about the use of footwear and orthotics for themselves and their patients, to treat diseases and enhance functionality in sports and daily life. ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Khan MN,Jacobs BC,Ashbaugh S

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A significant portion of the adult population uses one or more medications on a regular basis to manage chronic conditions. As the number of medications that patients are prescribed increases, an increase in pharmacologic-related issues and complications may occur, such as polypharmacy, inappropriate prescribing, medi...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： DeSevo G,Klootwyk J

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:When prescribing drugs for patients who are pregnant or lactating, a clinician needs to ask the following questions: (1) Is pharmacotherapy necessary? (2) What drug can be used that has the lowest potential toxicity according to current knowledge? (3) What pharmacokinetic parameters does the drug follow during pregnan...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Ives TJ,Tepper RS

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adolescents can be expected to inflict some pain on their environment periodically, and complete conformity of an adolescent is not necessarily a sign of mental health. With the exception of some particular behaviors such as a suicide attempt, auditory hallucinations, or a school phobia, one cannot make a prediction a...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： LeBow JA

更新日期：1975-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diarrhea in the returned traveler is common, but it is generally self-limited. Although the concern is often directed at the presence of an ongoing infection, postinfectious and noninfectious etiologies must be considered [table: see text] also. Answers to the clinical questions posed in this article will guide the cl...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Kolars JC,Fischer PR

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There have been important expansions in knowledge about alcohol recently. In this chapter a number of advances pertinent to the family practitioner are summarized. However, technology is not our focus. We are talking first about troubled people. The applications of research may help such people in practice. However, o...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Hertzman M

更新日期：1979-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article deals with common injuries to the elbow. Elbow anatomy is reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment of pronator syndrome,lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), radial tunnel syndrome, posterior interosseous nerve syndrome, medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow), ulnar collateral ligament injury, cubital tunnel synd...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Sellards R,Kuebrich C

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A decline in host defense mechanisms and concurrent diseases combine to make the elderly patient particularly susceptible to common infections. The bacterial cause and antimicrobial sensitivity patterns may also be different in the elderly. The appropriate selection and dosing of antibiotics for elderly patients with ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Cummings DM,Uttech KM

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute lower respiratory illness (LRI) is the leading cause of disease worldwide as measured by disability-adjusted life years. New strategies are necessary to decrease the disease burden that is largely borne by infants. Respiratory syncytial virus is the most important cause of LRI in infants. Lower respiratory illne...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Glezen WP

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:AIDS is a progressively debilitating disease in which the infected individual will require a diverse range and often intensive set of formal and informal services. With assistance from health care providers, community-based organizations, family, and friends, quality of life can be maintained. Community-based organiza...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Katoff L

更新日期：1992-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adolescence is marked by complex physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development, which can be stressful for families and adolescents. Before the onset of puberty, providers should clearly lay the groundwork for clinical care and office visits during the adolescent years. This article addresses the guidelines a...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Chaisson N,Shore WB

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article discusses pregnancy and nutrition in 3 main timeframes, the prepregnancy nutritional health evaluation, nutrition during pregnancy, and nutrition during the puerperium, and also includes comments on nutrition and lactation. This article begins with a brief review of the risks of obesity (increased body ma...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Harnisch JM,Harnisch PH,Harnisch DR Sr

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infectious arthritis should be suspected in any patient with a swollen joint but especially in children, debilitated patients, immunocompromised persons, those with infection elsewhere (even if on antibiotics), and those with other types of arthritis or a prosthetic joint. Diagnosis depends on obtaining joint fluid fo...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Middleton DB

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An individual may present with a multitude of symptoms following an acute loss. Helping the patient go through the essential "grief work" may prevent prolonged and serious alterations in social adjustment as well as potential medical disease. ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： David CJ

更新日期：1975-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Depression is the most frequent psychiatric complication of serious medical illness, occurring in up to 20 per cent of cases. Criteria for its diagnosis and guidelines for its treatment are presented. ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Petty F

更新日期：1987-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The high prevalence of stimulant abuse and its harmful consequences make the screening, diagnosis, and referral for treatment of persons with stimulant abuse a top concern for primary care providers. Having a working knowledge of use patterns, clinical symptomatology, end-organ effects, and advances in treatment of st...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Ciccarone D

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eighty per cent of severe sports-related central nervous system trauma occurs as a result of collision sports, chiefly American football and rugby union football, followed by wrestling and gymnastics. Although serious head injury is uncommon, episodes of concussion are frequent; repeated concussion should be grounds f...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Bruce DA,Schut L,Sutton LN

更新日期：1984-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Health and safety concerns have dramatically increased the consumption of bottled water in developed countries, including the United States. The economic and environmental impact of the many different bottled water products on the market is considerable, and the role and impact of bottled water for routine use is uncl...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Napier GL,Kodner CM

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Detoxification is the medical care that safely carries the patient through withdrawal. It is normally not an end point but is a step toward rehabilitation. Protocols should be tailored to meet the needs of individual patients. ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Cross GM,Hennessey PT

更新日期：1993-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Development of SOGIE (sexual orientation and gender identity and expression) is not unique to minority populations, as all adolescents grapple with their sexuality and identity. Health care providers straddle the unique positions of authority figure and advocate and can help these young people establish behaviors that...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Kessler R,Hinkle BT,Moyers A,Silverberg B

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prevention of infection in the elderly is far preferable to treatment of the disease, and can be promoted through precautionary measures when undertaking invasive procedures in older patients as well as through the administration of available vaccines. Difficulties in diagnosing bacterial pneumonia, influenza, tubercu...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Beam TR Jr

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because patients with HIV are living longer, health maintenance and disease prevention have become important aspects of care. Clinical use of CD4 cell counts and viral load assays to monitor disease progression is reviewed. This article discusses the effect malnutrition has on disease progression and interventions to ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Maddox TG

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00