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  • Brodie abscess in an 87-year-old man
    Masumi Suzuki Shimizu, MD and Kohsuke Matsui, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine April 2023, 90 (4) 205-207; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22041

    Though Brodie abscess is rare in older adults, timely diagnosis and treatment can prevent exacerbation of the abscess and avoid the need for additional surgical treatment, shortening the duration of hospitalization and preventing long-term complications.

  • Reproductive issues and multiple sclerosis: 20 questions
    Alise K. Carlson, MD, Daniel Ontaneda, MD, PhD, Mary R. Rensel, MD, Jeffrey A. Cohen, MD and Amy Kunchok, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine April 2023, 90 (4) 235-243; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22066

    The authors offer answers to frequently asked questions about the management of MS during pregnancy planning, pregnancy, and the postpartum period.

  • Paternalism in practice: How we create obstacles for sexual, reproductive, and menopausal healthcare despite our best intentions
    Pelin Batur, MD, FACP, NCMP
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine April 2023, 90 (4) 227-233; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22094

    In theory, we all understand the concept of shared decision-making. But in practice, clinical recommendations are often still dictated rather than discussed.

  • How does climate change impact our patients?
    How does climate change impact our patients?
    Ilyssa O. Gordon, MD, PhD, Neil Mehta, MD, J. Harry Isaacson, MD and Sumita B. Khatri, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine April 2023, 90 (4) 221-226; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22007

    Comprehensive patient health and well-being will benefit from an understanding of the effects of climate change on health.

  • Update on current contraceptive options: A case-based discussion of efficacy, eligibility, and use
    Update on current contraceptive options: A case-based discussion of efficacy, eligibility, and use
    Alexa Nicole Fiffick, DO, MBS, NCMP, Tara K. Iyer, MD, NCMP, Tiffany Cochran, MD, MA, NCMP and Pelin Batur, MD, FACP, NCMP
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine March 2023, 90 (3) 181-190; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22075

    Rates of unintended pregnancy are high in the United States. Clinicians need to be well-informed about the full spectrum of contraceptive options to improve reproductive autonomy.

  • Viruses change; we can, too
    Brian F. Mandell, MD, PhD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine March 2023, 90 (3) 135-136; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90b.03023

    As we learn more about the mpox (formerly monkeypox) virus, Sossai et al in this issue of the Journal discuss how our understanding of its link to variola has led to therapeutic and prophylactic vaccination options.

  • Smallpox and monkeypox: Looking back and looking ahead
    Paolo Sossai, MD, PhD, Domenico Staiti, MD, Massimiliano Cannas, MD and Piero Grima, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine March 2023, 90 (3) 141-144; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22067

    Two vaccines have been developed for mpox prevention, but clarity is needed on when and how to use them.

  • The cost of ‘free’: Advising patients about sponsored genetic testing
    Stephanie Allison Larson, PhD, HEC-C, Joseph Liu, MS, David Flannery, MD, Marsha Michie, PhD and Paul J. Ford, PhD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine March 2023, 90 (3) 161-164; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22010

    A breakdown of benefits and drawbacks of sponsored genetic testing that clinicians can use to help patients make informed decisions.

  • What is the rationale for the laboratory workup for suspected pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas?
    Hiba Z. Hashmi, MD, Muhammad Arslan Arif Maan, MD and Laura LaFave, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine March 2023, 90 (3) 150-153; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.20197

    The decision to test is best guided by clinical suspicion. Test results should be interpreted with careful consideration of how the samples were collected.

  • To repeat or not to repeat? Measuring bone mineral density during anti-resorptive therapy or a drug holiday
    Tayyab S. Khan, MD, Partha Sinha, MD, PhD and Harold Rosen, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine March 2023, 90 (3) 173-180; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.90a.22071

    The authors present evidence for and against monitoring bone mineral density in these patients, arguing against a one-size-fits-all approach.

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