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James presents with acute shortness of breath and a wheeze during a summer soccer match - clinical opal
James, a university student with a history of seasonal allergic rhinitis, presents with sudden respiratory distress following exposure to grass pollen during a soccer game shortly before a summer thunderstorm. Could this be thunderstorm asthma?
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At the core of general practice is the consultation. In its simplest form, the consultation can be regarded as the sharing of information between patient and doctor in order to facilitate both a common understanding and a plan of management.
Diabetic emergencies typically arise from extreme fluctuations in blood glucose levels. The two most common emergencies are hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia.
GPs have a vital role in supporting patients with dementia during the transition away from driving. Understanding the emotional impact, legal responsibilities, and strategies for preparing for change can help ensure a smoother, more supportive process for all involved.
Head injuries in children are common in Australian general practice and emergency departments, ranging from minor to life-threatening. The PREDICT Guideline offers evidence-based support for managing these injuries, providing a clear algorithm for triage, imaging, and follow-up.
Medcast is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with the University of Wollongong’s Graduate School of Medicine. The $2.7M MRFF grant focuses on reducing the inappropriate prescription of antibiotics, a key factor in the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
This is no time to yield to atrial fibrillation (AF). As a former clinical pharmacist and academic working in the internal medicine ward and ambulatory clinic of a busy teaching hospital in Ethiopia, I encountered numerous cases where patients suffer from potentially preventable ischemic stroke due to AF.
This Hot Topics Keep it Simple Summary is a guide to evidence based medicine in 2020, straight from our UK partners, NB Medical.