Low patient satisfaction in psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis for clinicians and treatment is tied to a need for better communication and shared decision-making. At this year’s Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference 2024, presenters discussing...
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Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
The following is a summary of “Relationship between neuropathic pain and lower urinary tract symptom scores in patients with primary Sjögren’s syndrome,” published in the November 2024 issue of Urology by Erdik et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
The following is a summary of “Understanding the Role of the Complement System in Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Rodríguez-González et al. The complement...
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Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
The following is a summary of “Nodular vasculitis – Retrospective study of an uncommon disease in a non-tuberculosis endemic country with focus on treatment modalities and efficacy,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Guillet et al. Nodular...
Added Sugars Increase Risk for Osteoarthritis
Added Sugars Increase Risk for Osteoarthritis
1. Higher added sugar intake was associated with a greater risk of osteoarthritis, particularly in females, those with low body mass index, never smoked, never consumed alcohol, had no history of hypertension, or had no history of diabetes. Evidence Rating Level: 3...
ACR: Colchicine No Benefit for Painful Knee Osteoarthritis
ACR: Colchicine No Benefit for Painful Knee Osteoarthritis
TUESDAY, Nov. 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Colchicine fails to improve knee pain, function, or size of synovial effusions with painful knee osteoarthritis (OA), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology, held from...
Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
The following is a summary of “Relationship between neuropathic pain and lower urinary tract symptom scores in patients with primary Sjögren’s syndrome,” published in the November 2024 issue of Urology by Erdik et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
The following is a summary of “Understanding the Role of the Complement System in Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Rodríguez-González et al. The complement...
Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
The following is a summary of “Nodular vasculitis – Retrospective study of an uncommon disease in a non-tuberculosis endemic country with focus on treatment modalities and efficacy,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Guillet et al. Nodular...
Added Sugars Increase Risk for Osteoarthritis
Added Sugars Increase Risk for Osteoarthritis
1. Higher added sugar intake was associated with a greater risk of osteoarthritis, particularly in females, those with low body mass index, never smoked, never consumed alcohol, had no history of hypertension, or had no history of diabetes. Evidence Rating Level: 3...
ACR: Colchicine No Benefit for Painful Knee Osteoarthritis
ACR: Colchicine No Benefit for Painful Knee Osteoarthritis
TUESDAY, Nov. 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Colchicine fails to improve knee pain, function, or size of synovial effusions with painful knee osteoarthritis (OA), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology, held from...
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Learning to Be Patient With Severe TBI Victims
Learning to Be Patient With Severe TBI Victims
Due to a lack of intensivists in US hospitals, the popularity of eICUs is growing, but significant questions about its costs, resources, and benefits remain.
Is That All There Is?
Is That All There Is?
Many physicians ask themselves the question of whether or not their career accomplishments equated to true fulfillment, David Epstein, MD, searchers for an answer.
Reducing In-Home Smoking: Practical Approaches for Primary Care Clinicians
Reducing In-Home Smoking: Practical Approaches for Primary Care Clinicians
Clinicians can use strategies to reduce in-home smoking, including coaching sessions, educating patients about indoor pollutants, and reinforcing behavioral change.
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Expert Panel Issues Enhanced Guidance for PsA Diagnosis, Assessment, and Management
This course discusses an evidence-based best practice guidance for assessing and managing patients with psoriatic arthritis.
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Why Successful Interoperability is Essential for Healthy Revenue
Healthcare organizations often fail to acknowledge the role that interoperability, payer denials, and medical billing play in ensuring payment to physicians.
Empower Patients by Supporting Their Desire for a Second Opinion
Empower Patients by Supporting Their Desire for a Second Opinion
Although a patient's request for a second opinion can make a physician question the patient’s trust level, physicians should consider supporting that desire.
Why It’s Important to Discuss Sexual Health with Patients
Why It’s Important to Discuss Sexual Health with Patients
Sex is an indicator of a healthy lifestyle, so it's important that physicians discuss sexual health with patients to ensure optimal patient wellness.
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