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Evaluating haematuria in primary care to rule out urinary tract malignancy
In primary care, the evaluation of haematuria to exclude urinary tract malignancy involves specific referral criteria based on patient age, haematuria type (...
management of dental abscess
The management of a dental abscess primarily involves definitive dental treatment, which should be sought as soon as possible to minimize the risk of serious...
management of pressure ulcers
Management of Pressure UlcersAdults with pressure ulcers should be assessed and managed by healthcare professionals with the necessar...
Management of nausea/vomiting in pregnancy in primary care/
For pregnant women experiencing nausea and vomiting, primary care management involves offering advice on information and support sources, such as the NHS lea...
diagnosis of schizophrenia
The diagnosis of schizophrenia involves a comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment that addresses multiple domains. This assessment should include psychiat...
management of hepatitis
The management of hepatitis B involves assessing the need for ongoing treatment, which may be initiated in secondary care and continued in primary care under...
Herpes zoster management in primary care: antiviral indications?
In primary care, antiviral treatment for herpes zoster is indicated for:People who are immunocompromised, with consideration for clinical judgmen...
How to assess ovarian cancer risk in women with abdominal symptoms, and when to
Ovarian cancer risk should be assessed in women presenting with abdominal symptoms by first performing an abdominal and pelvic examination. If there is ascit...
Diagnostic criteria for T2DM (HbA1c, fasting glucose, OGTT)?
Diagnostic criteria for type 2 diabetes mellitus can be established through several methods:An HbA1c level of 48 mmol/mol (6.5%) or above...
Management of diverticulitis in primary care
Management of diverticulitis in primary care includes:Offering an oral antibiotic if the person with acute diverticulitis is sys...
Smoking cessation strategies in primary care, including pharmacotherapy?
Smoking cessation strategies in primary care include:Offering advice and support to all people who smoke to stop, including refe...
Management of knee pain in children
Management of knee pain in children depends on the underlying cause. For Osgood-Schlatter disease, advice includes explaining the diagnosis and prognosis, wi...
when to give rescue pack to COPD patients
A rescue pack, consisting of a short course of oral corticosteroids and oral antibiotics to keep at home, should be offered to patients with COPD as part of ...
management of campylobacter
Campylobacteriosis ManagementAntibiotic treatment is generally not required for individuals with mild symptoms of Campylobacter infec...
investigations for infertility
Investigations for infertility assessment in women include:Hysterosalpingography (HSG) to screen for tubal occlusion in women wi...
investigations for ovarian failure
For diagnosing premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) in individuals under 40, consider their clinical and family history 4. The diagnosis is based...
when to offer cbt for mental health disorders
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is recommended for several mental health conditions in the UK.For adults with obsessive thoughts ...
homelessness
Health Implications: People experiencing homelessness (PEH) often face significant health challenges, including a higher risk of frailty at ...
diarrhea in children
Common CausesGastroenteritis is a common cause of diarrhoea in children, often presenting with a sudden change in stool consistency t...