Search results for "Endocrinology"
L-thyroxine did not improve symptoms or tiredness in older patients with subclinical hypothyroidism
Patients who were treated with thyroid medication instead of placebo did not experience significantly greater improvement in symptoms or quality of life regardless of the severity of their symptoms before treatment.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/05/04/2.htm
4 May 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of weight gain, fatigue, easy bruising
A 48-year-old woman who works the night shift presents with a one-year history of gaining 25 pounds, as well as fatigue, easy bruising, and difficulty remembering things. Medical history is significant for hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and menopausal hot flushes. After medication review and physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in evaluation?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/12/15/3.htm
15 Dec 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Decreased libido, fatigue
A 32-year-old man is evaluated for decreased libido and fatigue. His symptoms have increased over the last 6 months. Following a physical exam and visual exam, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/07/07/3.htm
7 Jul 2020
Obituaries
Obituaries note the passing of former ACP leaders.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/09/obits.htm
1 Sep 2021
Relationships between primary care physicians, specialists may affect patient satisfaction
Patients gave higher ratings after a referral if the specialist trained with their primary care physician, a quasi-experimental study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/01/10/4.htm
10 Jan 2023
Taking the long view of thyroid cancer
Experts addressed appropriate surveillance after thyroid cancer treatment and tips for combating unhappiness in patients on thyroid replacement therapies.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/taking-the-long-view-of-thyroid-cancer.htm
1 May 2021
Pinpointing primary hyperparathyroidism
With targeted testing, especially in those who present with kidney stones and bone density issues, internists can help patients with this disorder get appropriate care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/04/pinpointing-primary-hyperparathyroidism.htm
1 Apr 2022
MKSAP Quiz: evaluation for a rapidly enlarging neck mass
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 78-year-old woman with a rapidly enlarging neck mass that has been present for 4 weeks and is associated with neck discomfort, dysphagia, and hoarseness.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/07/07/3.htm
7 Jul 2015
Closing the gap on osteoporosis
A new clinical guideline from ACP focuses on pharmacologic treatment of primary osteoporosis or low bone mass to prevent fractures in adults.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/05/closing-the-gap-on-osteoporosis.htm
1 May 2023
Nominees named for College Officer and Regent positions
The Governance Committee of the American College of Physicians places in nomination its candidates.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/11/regents.htm
1 Nov 2013