Brandon Geer, APRN Current cholesterol and hyperlipidemia management can have a significant effect on the body. If not properly managed or maintained, high cholesterol or hyperlipidemia can cause an increase of fat deposits in arteries, and can increase the risk of arterial blockages causing conditions such as strokes or cardiac ischemia (American Heart Association, 2020). …
Pediatric rashes are a common complaint, and knowing the difference between them can save time, stress, and agony. Here are a series of resources to help you differentiate between the rashes most commonly seen. DISEASE SEASON PROGRESSION MORPHOLOGY DISTRIBUTION ASSOCIATED FINDINGS TREATMENT Measles/Rubeola paramyxovirus Winter to Spring Incubation: 1-2 weeks Communicability: 4 days before and …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Repetitive motion disorders, also known as repetitive strain injuries, are a common problem for many people who perform the same task repeatedly, whether it be at work or during leisure activities. These types of disorders can cause joint pain, inflammation, and even long-term damage to the affected area. In this blog …
Amy Patel, PA-C The red eye is a common complaint seen in the pediatric and adult population. The most common cause of a red eye is conjunctivitis or inflammation of the conjunctiva. Anatomically, the conjunctiva is composed of two parts: palpebral and bulbar. The palpebral layer, also known as the tarsal conjunctiva, lines the inside …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Pediatric patients and teenagers often experience abdominal pain, which can vary from mild discomfort to also including severe debilitating pain. Determining if the pain is emergent or non-emergent is crucial for addressing it. Non-emergent pain often results from indigestion, constipation, or menstrual cramps and can be treated with over-the-counter medication and …
By: Camilo Mohar, DOThis opinion is of my own and not of my employer or the institution I work for. What is the practice of emergency medicine? It depends on who you ask. In my opinion it is the practice of always being available to assess and treat any life or limb threatening illness needing …
