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Subclinical Thyroid Disease The management of subclinical thyroid dysfunction is controversial, but there is good evidence that subclinical hypothyroidism is associated with progression to overt disease. |
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Susan Simmons Holcomb |
Detecting Thyroid Disease Thyroid dysfunction can mimic signs and symptoms of aging. Find out how to recognize problems early, then learn about treatment and ways to manage symptoms. |
American Family Physician
February 1, 2002
Diane K. Shrier |
Subclinical Hyperthyroidism: Controversies in Management Subclinical hyperthyroidism is an increasingly recognized entity that is defined as a normal serum free thyroxine and free triiodothyronine levels with a thyroid-stimulating hormone level suppressed below the normal range and usually undetectable... |
American Family Physician
December 1, 2000
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Myxedema Coma: Diagnosis and Treatment Myxedema coma, the extreme manifestation of hypothyroidism, is an uncommon but potentially lethal condition... |
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Reid & Wheeler |
Hyperthyroidism: Diagnosis and Treatment Proper treatment of hyperthyroidism depends on recognition of the signs and symptoms of the disease and determination of the etiology. |
American Family Physician
May 15, 2006
Bindra & Braunstein |
Thyroiditis Thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland that may be painful and tender when caused by infection, radiation, or trauma, or painless when caused by autoimmune conditions, medications, or an idiopathic fibrotic process. |
American Family Physician
January 15, 2003
Welker & Orlov |
Thyroid Nodules A thyroid nodule is a palpable swelling in a thyroid gland with an otherwise normal appearance. Thyroid nodules are common and may be caused by a variety of thyroid disorders. While most are benign, about 5 percent of all palpable nodules are malignant. |
American Family Physician
April 15, 2004
Kathy Soch, M.D. |
Diary from a Week in Practice Adjusting thyroid doses... Assessing driving ability in the office setting... etc. |
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Hypothyroidism: How to find answers If you suspect you have hypothyroidism, match your symptoms to those listed in this article. |
American Family Physician
August 1, 2004
Leung & Pacaud |
Diagnosis and Management of Galactorrhea Galactorrhea is a discharge of milk or a milk-like secretion from the breast in the absence of parturition or beyond six months' postpartum in a nonbreastfeeding woman. The condition may result in patient anxiety and physician concern and can signify a serious underlying disorder. |
American Family Physician
April 15, 2006
Master-Hunter & Heiman |
Amenorrhea: Evaluation and Treatment A thorough history and physical examination as well as laboratory testing can help narrow the differential diagnosis of amenorrhea. In patients with primary amenorrhea, the presence or absence of sexual development should direct the evaluation. |
American Family Physician
March 1, 2007
Majeroni & Patel |
Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome, Type II Autoimmune polyglandular syndrome, type II (APS II) is not a common disease, but it has life-threatening consequences when the diagnosis is overlooked. |
Nursing
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New drugs 2010, part 2 In this article, you'll learn about 14 recently marketed new drugs. |
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February 2010
Daniel A. Hussar |
New Drugs 2010, PART 1 In this article, you'll learn about 16 new drugs. |
American Family Physician
September 15, 2001
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Health Care Management of Adults with Down Syndrome The family physician's holistic approach to patients forms the basis of good health care for adults with Down syndrome... |
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New Drugs 2011: Part 2 In this article, you'll learn about seven recently approved drugs, including: fingolimod hydrochloride, an oral drug indicated to treat patients with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. |
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Treatment Options for Hypothyroidism There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for hypothyroidism. It may take a few trips to the doctor to get the right remedy, and over time, your prescribed medication may change. Here's a brief look at the possibilities. |
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Falkenstern & Bauer |
Helping Kids Grow Interaction of genetic, nutritive, environmental, metabolic, and hormonal factors is necessary for normal growth and account for variability in the growth process. |
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New Drugs 2012: part I In this article, you'll learn about 11 recently approved drugs. |
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New Drugs 09: Part 1 Learn about 10 new drugs, including nebivolol HCl, the newest beta-adrenergic blocking agent for hypertension. |
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Kass-Wolff & Fisher |
Menopause and the Hormone Controversy: Clarification or Confusion? Hormone therapy in perimenopause and menopause remains a controversial and often confusing management strategy for healthcare providers. To assist in providing women quality healthcare, recently published new guidelines help provide direction for NPs. |
American Journal of Nursing
June 2011
Karen Roush |
Menopausal Hormone Therapy: What We Know Now This article describes the findings and limitations of the major research thus far on hormone therapy. |
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May 2007
Kathy Summers |
Tired? Try Some Sushi If you're exhausted, achy, or moody it could be your thyroid. Here are some tips to preventing hypothyroidism. |
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Melanie Haiken |
Thyroid Disorders: Why They are So Common Experts think hypothyroidism is under-diagnosed, and researchers don't know why. Here are some possible explanations. |
American Family Physician
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Schwetschenau & Kelley |
The Adult Neck Mass Family physicians frequently encounter neck masses in adult patients. A careful medical history should be obtained, and a thorough physical examination should be performed. |
Salon.com
July 10, 2002
Trisha Posner |
Death by hormones It's been more than 50 years since studies first sounded the alarm about hormone replacement therapy. Women, silenced by shame, have been guinea pigs of the pharmaceutical industry for too long. |
American Family Physician
March 15, 2003
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Diary from a Week in Practice Lately, I'm fielding questions about the smallpox vaccine. Misinformation abounds... Both the diagnosis and its treatment come as a bit of a shock... etc. |
American Family Physician
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Thyroid Nodules What is a thyroid nodule?... Who gets thyroid nodules and why?... What are the symptoms of thyroid nodules?... How can my doctor tell if I have thyroid nodules?... How are thyroid nodules treated?... Where can I get more information? |
American Family Physician
March 15, 2004 |
Breast Cancer Risk Related to Type of Hormone Therapy Although several studies have demonstrated an increased risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women taking oral hormone therapy, the risk related to each of the various forms of therapy is less clear. |
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Vertex's Telaprevir Clears Hurdle, Could Halve Treatment Times for Hepatitis C Study results are positive. |
