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From the Editor
- A review of uncommon swelling provides useful reminders
Angioedema and the urticarias differ in their clinical manifestations and diagnostic and therapeutic implications.
The Clinical Picture
- Not all joint pain is arthritis
A 47-year-old man who was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis 5 years ago now has pleural effusions and abdominal pain.
- Hyperpigmented patches on the neck, shoulder, and back
A 17-year-old boy has had asymptomatic, unilateral hyperpigmented patches since birth. What is the diagnosis?
Im Board Review
- A young woman with enlarged lymph nodes
A previously healthy 25-year-old woman presents with a “lump in the neck.” How should she be assessed?
Review
Recognizing and managing hereditary angioedemaRecognizing this rare but life-threatening disease is crucial, especially now that drugs are available to prevent and treat acute attacks.
- Preserving fertility in female cancer patients: A snapshot of the options
With the odds of surviving cancer improving, many young women facing therapy may first wish to take steps to ensure that they will still be able to bear children afterward.
- Aspirin: Its risks, benefits, and optimal use in preventing cardiovascular events
Aspirin’s benefits in primary prevention are not as clear as in secondary prevention, particularly in people with diabetes, in women, and in the elderly.
