abstract：:We do not, at present, understand the cause of obesity in children. Realising this, we should not pretend to be able to 'cure' obesity, rather we should promote a management programme that provides 'benefit' for the obese child. The value of triiodothyronine (T3) appears to be related to its role in promoting carbohyd...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Kneebone GM

更新日期：1990-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Public opinion is increasingly opposed to smoking and more and more smokers wish to stop. This article offers a practical, 10 point strategy for general practitioners to use to identify patients who smoke and to help them overcome their addiction. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Copeman D,Del Mar C,Swannell R

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most Australian spiders are capable of causing bites that produce some degree of local injury and occasionally systemic effects. To date, only the Sydney funnel-web spider, which is limited to an area with a 160 kilometre radius from the centre of Sydney, and the female red-back spider, which is found in all states, h...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Sutherland SK

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pain management for the elderly is based on the same principles as for all other age groups. There is no evidence that the elderly patient and the young patient perceive pain differently. Pain management should aim at achieving a specific diagnosis and a specific treatment with the appropriate choice of analgesic used...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Workman BS,Ciccone V,Christophidis N

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Domestic violence is costly to the community, not only in terms of medical, police and social security budgets but also in terms of the disruption caused to families and the effect on children raised in violent households. Doctors have a major role in solving the problem of domestic violence. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Kerr A

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A medical emergency can be defined as an acute change in physiological or psychological status likely to result in death, disability, or delayed recovery without prompt and appropriate treatment. Clinical deterioration in children develops more rapidly than in adults, but with correct treatment the child has a greater...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Pitt R

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With good organisation, the telephone is a very useful tool in general practice, but if not controlled, it can become master rather than servant. Involvement in its use in your practice is important. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： North J

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Urinary incontinence is a common problem that can affect women of all ages. Urinary leakage twice or more each month is estimated to occur in 8.5 per cent of women aged 15 to 64, increasing to 11.6 per cent in women over 65 years and to be present in more than one half of all nursing home residents. Of these only one ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Dwyer PL

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vaginal thrush is not only a medical problem--it also causes significant psychological and emotional distress, particularly if the infections persist or recur. Women who suffer from frequent recurrences often express dissatisfaction with the treatment they receive, and such comments may be provoked by a lack of awaren...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Ott AK,Ashman RB

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Jaundice is common in the newborn infant who is unique because of a limited ability to clear bilirubin from the plasma. In most babies it is physiological and benign. In some, however, jaundice is a sign of a serious underlying disorder. The challenge to the physician is to distinguish normal physiology from pathologi...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Vigneswaran R

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It should be remembered that sexually transmitted infections may present with symptoms and signs not immediately referable to the genital tract. All practitioners should be aware of the changes in incidence and prevalence of these important infections. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Denham I

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abnormal Papanicolaou smears are common. The incidence of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia in young women is increasing. These events trigger a strong emotional reaction in a woman and create stress in her relationships. The availability of accurate information and appropriate counselling will assist a woman and her...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Tayler S,Cherry S

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medroxyprogesterone acetate injections (Depo-Provera) were given to 625 women at 3 monthly intervals involving 693 episodes. Ages at entry to the study ranged from 15-51 years with the majority in their 20s and a mean age of 30. Length of exposure ranged from 3-168 cycles. 4 women have received more than 160 contin...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Heber KR

更新日期：1988-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:When diagnosis of a rash is uncertain, consider the possibility of tinea (regardless of the clinical appearance). Skin scrapings often lead to a positive diagnosis and hence correct treatment. A subsequent culture should be arranged so that the organism is identified precisely. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Lauritz B

更新日期：1984-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inadequate sexual performance is a common complaint of middle aged men. Many studies have shown that testicular function changes with age (mainly falling testosterone and sperm production associated with rising gonadotrophin levels); the effects are most notable after 70 years and are less obvious in subjects who have...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Baker HW

更新日期：1984-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increasing numbers of women are embarking on more strenuous and constant exercise; their menstrual patterns are changing as a result. This review of the literature indicates that oligomenorrhoea and amenorrhoea in the physically active (particularly distance runners, gymnasts, ballet dancers and swimmers) are related ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Williams M

更新日期：1984-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exercise haematuria is common, usually microscopic and glomerular in origin and possibly related to renal ischaemia. Less common, lower urinary tract bleeding is associated with higher counts of urinary red cells. It usually occurs after longer distance runs and probably is due to traumatic lesions of the bladder. Stu...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Fassett R

更新日期：1984-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The chronic nature of non specific inflammatory bowel disease causes anxiety for the patients who confront the doctor with concern about their future outlook. This paper addresses the questions a doctor is most likely to be asked and provides answers based on the most recent information. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Polglase AL,McDermott FT,Hughes ES

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Each year the Royal Flying Doctor Service provides medical attention to approximately 100,000 people in the more remote areas of Australia, including the aerial evacuation of about 9000. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Moore D

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Coronary artery bypass surgery has a survival rate of 98 to 99 per cent. Recent statistics demonstrate that it offers an increased life span and long term relief (or improvement) of symptoms; the efficacy of surgery is proven, especially in those with left main and multiple coronary vessel disease. For most patients t...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： O'Brien MF,Pincus D

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lifesaving measures for road accident victims require minimal equipment and the general practitioner has the training and skills to make triage assessment of the injured. A good relationship between the doctor and ambulance officers is essential for efficient team work in crises in a country area. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Pacy H

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diagnosis of the cause of a painful hip joint can be difficult. Some conditions require urgent diagnosis and management but in many instances careful observation over a period of time constitutes good management of the patient. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Shepherd B

更新日期：1984-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disasters affect people, communities, domestic animals and native fauna and often inflict damage to property, injury and loss of life. Australia has been relatively fortunate in this regard; nonetheless we must plan disaster procedures. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Bingham BE

更新日期：1983-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Depressive illness is one of the most common conditions in medical practice. Early recognition is a test of the alertness and acumen of the practitioner. Clinical observation and judgement are the most accurate methods of assessing the patient's improvement--or lack of it--during treatment. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Pougher J

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deafness is a common problem and no age group is spared. Prompt detection and management of hearing loss in children is essential to ensure adequate development of language and associated skills. Untreated hearing loss in adults may cause them to withdraw from social activities. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Gambrill J,Pallett D

更新日期：1983-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease of variable natural history. It may be mild, remit completely, and produce no long term damage to joints. In a few patients, however, it may progress inexorably and produce widespread joint destruction. This article highlights important points in the diagnosis, natural history, and ma...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Barraclough D

更新日期：1983-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients who never have experienced symptoms of heart failure or ischaemia but who demonstrate abnormalities have a much better prognosis than their symptomatic counterparts. At present the significance of some detected abnormalities is unknown: caution in interpreting these is advised and whenever possible an optimis...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Jelinek VM,McDonald IG

更新日期：1983-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The vast majority of those with back pain respond extremely well to chiropractic spinal manipulation. There are several hundred procedures available to a well trained chiropractor, including high velocity manipulation, mobilisation, soft tissue techniques and pressure point therapy, which may be used to eliminate the ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Lall M

更新日期：1983-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Donors are crucial to any artificial insemination by donor (AID) programme but information about them is limited. This paper discusses the sources, characteristics and processing of semen donors. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Worsnop D,Mack H,Robbie M,Pick A,Song LY,McGuire P

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Herpes zoster is a fascinating disease with many lessons for the general practitioner. This article raises some practical questions about its diagnosis and management. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Manzie PP

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The value of antenatal tests of fetal welfare is a constant source of controversy and confusion to obstetricians and general practitioners. The proliferation of such tests indicates that none is ideal and all are relatively imprecise. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Morrison J,Chang A,Keeping JD,Kilvert G

更新日期：1982-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:GROW--a community mental health movement--uses its group method derived from the experience of former sufferers of mental ill health to help people rebuild their lives and grow to maturity. ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Wood M

更新日期：1981-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pain in the legs is a common diagnostic problem. Diagnosis is made on an anatomical basis and by a process of exclusion. Deep vein thrombosis is still an exceedingly difficult condition to diagnose; however, investigation by ultrasound with the Doppler Flow Meter often provides a definite answer. There is a large grou...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Conrad P

更新日期：1980-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A physical explanation for the contraction of the muscles of mastication, in muscular contraction headache, is described. It is suggested the role of tension is over emphasized as the main aetiological factor. In the younger dentate group, the presence of dental imbalance requires diagnosis by a dental practitioner. I...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Lindsay B

更新日期：1980-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The diagnosis of the cause of facial pain can be made clinically in the great majority of cases, if the physician is aware of the gamut of manifestations of the various disorders which may produce the symptom. Therapeutic tests are sometimes helpful in diagnosis, but extensive ancillary investigation often is unnecess...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Eadie MJ

更新日期：1980-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fractures of the upper limb from the elbow downwards constitute the biggest group of bone injuries in both children and adults. The pattern of fractures sustained, however, varies between the two age groups as does the type of treatment required. It is not possible in an article of this type to consider all the differ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Stevenson TM

更新日期：1980-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A survey of invalidity retirements under the Commonwealth Government superannuation scheme showed that the most common medical disabilities were anxiety/depressive neurosis (35%) and ischaemic heart disease (21%). At the time of retirement, an adverse effect on their health was noted from alcohol in 11% and from cigar...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Hackett BJ

更新日期：1980-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Occupationally-caused tumours probably account for only a minor fraction of the total cancer burden in the community. However, circumstances dictate that such neoplasms provide singular opportunities firstly for further elucidation of the biology of chemically-induced cancer in humans, and secondly for prevention of a...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Stewart BW

更新日期：1980-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is a truism that when people experience distress or disease, they frequently seek out trusted help to comfort them and to cure their ailment. It is also generally accepted that the personal perception of distress or disease relies on a number of contextual factors such as personality, education, cultural background...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Davidson GP,Walsh RN

更新日期：1980-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this paper I have described a young child most at risk from institutional care, and called for a new awareness of the emotional needs of young children. I have called for changes in our training programmes, for changes in our hospital policies, and for a deeper involvement of the mother in the health team when the ...

journal_title：Australian family physician

authors： Merrington DA

更新日期：1979-12-01 00:00:00