Search results for "Hemorrhoids"
MKSAP Quiz: 2-week history of bright red blood per rectum
A 55-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-week history of intermittent bright red blood per rectum and pain with defecation. He has marked anorectal discomfort with wiping, and blood is visualized in the toilet water and on toilet paper. Following inspection of the perianal region, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/08/13/3.htm
13 Aug 2024
Looking at trends in early-onset cancer
Some research shows cancer incidence rates slowly creeping up in younger patients, prompting questions about what's behind the numbers and how physicians can best address it with their patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/11/looking-at-trends-in-early-onset-cancer.htm
1 Nov 2024
Guidance issued on evaluation, treatment of hemorrhoids
Guidelines recommend primary first-line therapy for patients with symptomatic hemorrhoid disease of dietary modification to ensure adequate fluid and fiber intake and counseling on defecation habits.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/03/06/2.htm
6 Mar 2018
COVID-19 upends every aspect of visits
Several months into the COVID-19 pandemic, it's still uncertain to what degree it will reshape the practice of medicine and office management in the near and long terms.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/07/covid-19-upends-every-aspect-of-visits.htm
1 Jul 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Fatigue, intermittent rectal bleeding, abdominal pain
A 39-year-old woman is evaluated for fatigue, intermittent rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain over the past 2 months. She reports that the bleeding is not accompanied by anal pain or itching. She has experienced an unintentional 2.3-kg (5.1-lb) weight loss since her symptoms started. She has no personal or family history of colon cancer or other cancers. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/11/13/3.htm
13 Nov 2018
High-value management of patients with GI symptoms
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, rectal bleeding, and chronic diarrhea can be controlled better by applying high-value care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/06/gastro.htm
1 Jun 2017
Creating a practice that's open to GLBT patients
A gay physician offers advice on how to adapt a medical practice to make it more accessible to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered patients. The effort begins in the waiting room and continues through a sometimes complex set of needs for this population.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/01/GLBT.htm
1 Jan 2013
Physicians and social media: Debating where to draw the line
Blogging doctors have a powerful megaphone and a new way to interact with their patients. But mishandling this tool, or misusing Twitter or Facebook, can blur the patient-physician divide or place the relationship at risk. Some of the internet's most famous physicians log in to discuss the pros and cons of social media.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/social.htm
1 Mar 2010