Endocrinology
- Subclinical hypothyroidism: When to treat
The decision remains controversial and depends on the degree of TSH elevation, thyroid antibodies, and comorbidities.
- There is more to the TSH than a number
Management of subclinical hypothyroidism should be nuanced and based on clinical and laboratory parameters.
- Should metformin be used in every patient with type 2 diabetes?
Most patients should receive it, with exceptions. Nevertheless, it is underused.
- Bisphosphonate-related atypical femoral fracture: Managing a rare but serious complication
Concern about this rare complication has led to a decrease in bisphosphonate use.
- Postsurgical hypoparathyroidism is not primary hypoparathyroidism (March 2018)
Readers comment on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (May 2018) and on hypoparathyroidism (March 2018).
- Genitourinary syndrome of menopause in breast cancer survivors: Treatments are available
Options include locally applied estrogens, DHEA, and estrogen receptor agonists/antagonists.
- We can learn a lot from drug adverse effects
No one likes adverse effects, but they can teach us important things about human biology.
- What can we do about musculoskeletal pain from bisphosphonates?
The authors recommend acetaminophen before infusions, and acetaminophen or NSAIDs if an acute-phase reaction occurs.