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From the Editor
- The impact of anti-TNF therapy on the nonspecialist
These drugs are being used in a growing number of diseases. We all need to increase our familiarity with their unique risks.
The Clinical Picture
- Slow-growing angiomatous lesions on the limbs
Erythematous plaques after age 70 should raise the suspicion of classic Kaposi sarcoma.
- Wide QRS complex rhythm with pulseless electrical activity
Although this presentation is grave, several of its possible causes can be treated, allowing the patient to recover.
1-Minute Consult
- Should patients with gout avoid
No study has directly addressed this issue. In most cases, continue the thiazide and adjust the hypouricemic therapy if necessary.
Review
- Clinical update in sexually transmitted diseases –2014
With recent changes to the health care landscape, expect to encounter more patients with STDs.
Anticoagulation and antiplatelet therapy in acute coronary syndromesAntiplatelet and anticoagulant drugs prevent ischemic events but can cause bleeding. Here is how to optimize the benefit.
- Managing risks of TNF inhibitors: An update for the internist
Tumor necrosis factor inhibitors pose infrequent but serious risks, including infection and malignancy.
Departments
- Stiff, numb hands (June 2013)
Readers comment on the measurement of serum calcium in a patient with tetany (June 2013) and on the metabolic side effects of canagliflozin (November 2013).
- In Reply: Stiff, numb hands (June 2013)
Readers comment on the measurement of serum calcium in a patient with tetany (June 2013) and on the metabolic side effects of canagliflozin (November 2013).
- Canagliflozin (November 2013)
Readers comment on the measurement of serum calcium in a patient with tetany (June 2013) and on the metabolic side effects of canagliflozin (November 2013).
