Heart Disease in Children.

abstract：:Primary care physicians are confronted daily with questions from their patients about alternative medicine. When maternity care patients seek information about such therapies, careful attention must be paid to issues of safety and efficacy for both the mother and her unborn child. This article clarifies the role of al...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Petrie KA,Peck MR

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sinusitis is common in children and adolescents, most frequently as a complication of a viral upper respiratory tract infection or allergic rhinitis. The diagnosis usually is suggested by symptoms of a viral upper respiratory tract infection persisting beyond 10 days without improvement or severe symptoms with fever a...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Newton DA

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The major differences that have been recognized between black and white hypertensives are primarily epidemiologic, with hypertension being more prevalent, having an earlier onset, and having more severe sequelae in the black population. The cause of the problem in both black and white people remains obscure, but it ap...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Saunders E

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mental health and primary care delivery systems have evolved to operate differently. For example, attention to multiple medical issues, health maintenance, and structured diagnostic procedures are standard elements of primary care rarely incorporated into mental health care. A multidisciplinary treatment approach, gro...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Thielke S,Vannoy S,Unützer J

更新日期：2007-09-01 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：: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：:Cost-effectiveness and cost containment are becoming increasingly more important in medicine as health care costs continue to rise and as public attention continues to focus on these costs. This article examines the major issues and terminology of cost-effectiveness and cost containment in the context of primary care....

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Bishof RO,Nash DB

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The radiographic evaluation of the arthritides still relies primarily on the plain films that are readily available to every practicing clinician. The radiographic examination serves primarily to confirm the clinician's diagnosis based on the history, clinical findings, and laboratory studies and to document the sever...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Beachley MC,Franklin JW,Ostlund W,Fielding E,Lenkey J,Urbanik E

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article explains the proposed pathophysiology, evidence of efficacy, and adverse effects of several complementary and alternative medicine modalities, for the treatment of allergic conditions, such as traditional Chinese medicine formula, herbal treatments, acupuncture, and homeopathy. ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Qiu J,Grine K

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There can be no question that smoking is a modern version of plague; that, as Camus points out, the public does not comprehend its true nature. As in the metaphorical community in Camus' narrative, the struggle of individuals against the pestilence (including official obstruction) is imperative. Physicians have multip...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Houston TP

更新日期：1992-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Psoriasis is a common affliction that family practitioners and other primary care physicians are certain to encounter in their daily practice. This disease presents in many manifestations and in a diffuse patient population. The therapeutic tools available to combat this disease are numerous, as are their untoward eff...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Drew GS

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sexuality is an important part of a person's life continuing into older age. Physiologic changes that occur with aging can affect sexual function and may be exacerbated by comorbid disease. To diagnose sexual dysfunction, providers must obtain a thorough history and physical examination, including psychosocial factors...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Morton L

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:SLE is an illness of unknown cause(s) affecting multiple organ systems, whose diagnosis depends upon a high index of suspicion and knowledge of its clinical manifestations. The American Rheumatism Association criteria may be used as a guide to help direct one's clinical and laboratory approaches. Survivorship appears ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Feldman S,Kaplan D

更新日期：1978-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The family practitioner has an important role in the detection of infants and young children with developmental delays. The physician may be the first or only professional in regular contact with infants and young children. Interpretation of a child's developmental status is best done with a clear understanding of the...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Kimmel SR,Quinn EA,Phelps KA

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The disease of addiction is upon us and it is obvious that the elderly are not immune. There is every reason to believe from early reports that the elderly respond favorably to treatment, perhaps more so than their younger counterparts. It is believed that treating chemical dependency as a primary disease rather than ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Haugland S

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ascaris lumbricoides is a significant health problem. One billion people worldwide are infected. Most frequently it is seen in malnourished people residing in developing countries. Areas with modern water and waste treatment have a low incidence. The major serious sequelae associated with the parasite is intestinal ob...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Tietze PE,Tietze PH

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Classification of patients with prostatic complaints into one of the categories of bacterial or nonbacterial prostatitis or prostatodynia (see Table 3) enables a physician to give rational advice to men with confusing symptoms. By examining the prostatic fluid of patients with prostatic symptoms, a physician may easil...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Shortliffe LM

更新日期：1985-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pilonidal disease commonly is seen by all primary care practitioners, and guidelines for office management and referral are provided. Less commonly seen entities, such as hidradenitis suppurativa, anal cancer, and Bowen's and Paget's diseases, also may affect this anatomic area. Knowledge that they may be encountered ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Billingham RP

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The various forms and manifestations of drug-induced liver disease depend on the operation and interaction of several potential factors. First, there is metabolism by the hepatic microsomal mixed-function oxidase (MFO) enzyme system, the most important component of which is cytochrome P-450. The microsomal membranes a...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Holzbach RT

更新日期：1981-06-01 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：: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：: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：:The inventive physician may find ways of making releasing cuts or openings with existing shoes to alleviate points of pressure. Many patients will suffer misery of pressure in shoes without giving a thought to cutting them, or opening them to allow for more freedom of movement. Releasing cuts may be made along seams, ...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Cathcart LM

更新日期：1977-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mosquito-borne diseases have become more common as previously geographically isolated diseases have spread globally. Chikungunya, dengue, Japanese encephalitis, malaria, West Nile, yellow fever, and Zika are a few of the common and emerging viral diseases spread by mosquitoes. A thorough patient history, physical, and...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Lee H,Halverson S,Ezinwa N

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atopic dermatitis is a complex, chronic inflammatory skin disease. Affected individuals, particularly those with moderate to severe disease, often suffer from significant morbidity, such as sleep loss, skin infections, and school or work disruption. Treatment for these patients can be especially challenging. Restoring...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Ong PY,Boguniewicz M

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Physical therapy and manual medicine for low back pain encompass many different treatment modalities. There is a vast variety of techniques that physical therapists commonly use in the treatment of low back pain. Some of the therapies include, but are certainly not limited to, education, exercise, lumbar traction, man...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Guild DG

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Child abuse is a common pediatric problem that can be recognized and treated appropriately by all primary care physicians who care for children. One of the necessary skills in this process involves being prepared to interface with the legal system. The physician is mandated to report suspected child abuse according to...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Halverson KC,Elliott BA,Rubin MS,Chadwick DL

更新日期：1993-06-01 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：:This article discusses alternative therapies for secondary prevention and treatment of major cardiac disorders: congestive heart failure, hypertension, dyslipidemias, and peripheral vascular disease. The role of various therapies (eg, herbal and botanic preparations, supplements, mind/body interventions, other alterna...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Pratt C

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Injuries are the leading cause of death in children. Approximately 23,000 children are killed each year in the United States, and many more suffer from nonlethal injuries. This article discusses general principles of effective intervention strategies, the most serious injury categories, and practical injury prevention...

journal_title：Primary care

authors： Losh DP

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00