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how do diagnose cancer
Diagnosis of cancer involves a systematic approach starting with a comprehensive clinical assessment including history and physical examinat...
what is the management of migraines?
For the management of migraines, consider offering combination therapy with an oral triptan and an NSAID, or an oral triptan and paracetamol, for acute treat...
What are the CT head requirements after a loss of consciousness and bump to head
The indications for a computed tomography (CT) head scan following a loss of consciousness and head injury depend on age and clinical features.Fo...
How will you manage a 74-year old woman with left ear bleeding of about 1 week d
Unfortunately, the query cannot be answered confidently based on the available guidelines. You could try rephrasing it, or if you're looking for differentials o...
is it pmdd if the symptoms are DURING the period?
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is characterised by symptoms that occur specifically in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and typically ...
MANAGEMENT OF ADHD
The management of ADHD involves both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments, tailored to individual needs 1. Before starting an...
meaning of low tsh and low t3/t4
Clinical significance of low TSH combined with low T3 and T4 levels:Low thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels together with low tr...
red flag symptoms for suspected meningitis in children
The red flag symptoms indicating suspected meningitis in children include: fever, headache, neck stiffness, and altered level of consciousness or cognition (...
Mx of Bell’s palsy in primary care?
Management of Bell’s palsy in primary care involves prompt diagnosis, exclusion of alternative causes, and initiation of treatment to improv...
Panic disorder management in primary care: initial treatment steps?
The initial management steps for treating panic disorder in primary care include offering treatment promptly, which may involve psychological therapy, medica...
Steps for stable angina management in primary care, including first-line anti-an
In primary care, the management of stable angina involves diagnosing the condition based on clinical assessment and risk factors, and providing patient educa...
Long-term osteoporosis management and monitoring in primary care?
Long-term management and monitoring of osteoporosis in primary care involves:Regular assessment of fracture risk using tools suc...
Long-term osteoporosis management and monitoring in primary care?
Long-term management and monitoring of osteoporosis in primary care involves:Regular assessment of fracture risk using tools suc...
PSA of 0.1 18 months after robotic prostatectomy
A prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level of 0.1 ng/mL measured 18 months after robotic prostatectomy is a very low value. The clinical significance of this level...
PSA of 0.1 18 months after robotic prostatectomy
A prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level of 0.1 ng/mL measured 18 months after robotic prostatectomy is a very low value. The clinical significance of this level...
When to check for vitamin B12 deficiency, and how to treat if low?
Vitamin B12 deficiency should be tested for in people who have at least one common symptom or sign (such as anaemia, neurological problems, or cognitive diff...
mx of migraine
The management of migraine includes both acute and prophylactic treatments. For acute treatment, consider combination therapy with an oral triptan and an NSA...
mx of migraine
The management of migraine includes both acute and prophylactic treatments. For acute treatment, consider combination therapy with an oral triptan and an NSA...
first line investigation for endometriosis
The first-line investigation for diagnosing endometriosis is a transvaginal ultrasound scan, which should be offered to all women or people with suspected en...