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Male infertility contributes to up to 50% of cases of couples struggling to fall pregnant. GPs play an integral role in preliminary investigations before deciding if specialist referral is required. This FastTrack CPD activity will keep you up to date on the diagnosis and management of male infertility while providing an opportunity to earn EA and RP CPD.

Chronic lower back pain is a leading cause of disability, often persisting without a clear pathology. Diagnosis is clinical, focusing on pain characteristics, psychological factors, and red flags. Update your knowledge on CLBP while earning EA and RP CPD with this FastTrack clinical fact sheet and MCQ

We explore the case of Edward, a patient with acute kidney injury (AKI), focusing on renal protection strategies. It explores fluid management, blood pressure control, nephrotoxic drug adjustments, and electrolyte monitoring. Treatment considerations include vasoactive medications, dialysis options like CRRT, and medication dosing to support renal recovery and prevent complications.

Asthma is a long-term inflammatory condition of the airways, marked by episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing, with airflow restriction that varies over time. This FastTrack-CPD provides a clinical summary on the management of asthma with a quiz to apply your learning and receive CPD (RP and EA categories).

Crohn’s disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease affecting any part of the GI tract. It has genetic and environmental triggers and presents with symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhoea, and weight loss. Diagnosis involves endoscopy and imaging. Management includes corticosteroids, biologics, immunomodulators, lifestyle changes, and psychological support. This FastTrack-CPD provides a clinical summary on the management of Crohn's disease with a quiz to apply your learning and receive CPD (RP and EA categories).

Australian Therapeutic Guidelines for the management of gout have recently been updated to reflect current evidence. Rheumatologist Dr Alana Bruce explains what prescribers and other HPs should know about these updates to ensure optimal care for their patients with gout.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 10–13% of women, with higher prevalence in certain ethnic groups. It is characterized by hyperandrogenism, menstrual irregularities, and polycystic ovarian morphology. PCOS increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and requires early diagnosis and personalized management to reduce long-term effects. This FastTrack-CPD provides a clinical summary on the management of PCOS with a quiz to apply your learning and receive CPD (RP and EA categories).

A chalazion is a painless, chronic eyelid swelling caused by a blocked meibomian gland, leading to granulomatous inflammation. It can persist for weeks to months and is more common in adults. Risk factors include blepharitis, ocular rosacea, and seborrhoeic dermatitis. This FastTrack-CPD provides a clinical summary on the management of chalazion with a quiz to apply your learning and receive CPD (RP and EA categories).

Acne is a chronic inflammatory condition of the pilosebaceous unit, triggered by androgen sensitivity rather than elevated levels. It commonly affects adolescents and young adults, with males experiencing more severe cases. Beyond skin symptoms, acne can impact mental health, requiring consideration of emotional and social effects in patient management. This FastTrack-CPD provides a clinical summary on the management of acne with a quiz to apply your learning and receive CPD (RP and EA categories).