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COVER ARTICLE: PRACTICAL THERAPEUTICS
Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

ANTHONY J. VIERA, LCDR, MC, USNR, STEVE HOAG, LT, MC, USN, and JOSEPH SHAUGHNESSY, CDR, MC, USN
Management of irritable bowel syndrome centers on an effective physician-patient relationship with occasional pharmacotherapeutic agents used as needed for predominant symptoms. Only a few medications have proved effective in high-quality trials.

Patient information: "IBS--What You Need to Know," p. 1880

1882

RADIOLOGIC DECISION-MAKING
Radiologic Imaging in the Management of Sinusitis

KOLAWOLE S. OKUYEMI, M.D., M.P.H., and TERANCE T. TSUE, M.D.
Diagnostic imaging is generally used in patients with recurrent or complicated sinus disease and is helpful in preventing serious complications.

1889

Preoperative Cardiac Risk Assessment

BERNARD M. KARNATH, M.D.
Perioperative myocardial infarction affects approximately 50,000 persons each year. This article reviews guidelines on preoperative cardiac risk assessment that were developed by the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and American College of Physicians.

Editorial: "A Common Sense Approach to Perioperative Evaluation," p. 1824

1899

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Topical Tacrolimus: A New Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis

JOHN J. RUSSELL, M.D.
Tacrolimus ointment is an effective new therapy for atopic dermatitis. It may be used as a steroid-sparing agent in patients with this condition.

Patient information: "Atopic Dermatitis," p. 1906

1907

Removal of Unwanted Facial Hair

DONALD W. SHENENBERGER, LCDR, MC, USNR, and LYNN M. UTECHT, CAPT, MC, USN
Unwanted facial hair is a common condition that often goes untreated. Patients should be informed about treatment options, which vary in cost, efficacy, and side effects.

Patient information: "What Should I Know About Removing Unwanted Facial Hair?" p. 1913

1917

Using Medications Appropriately in Older Adults

CYNTHIA M. WILLIAMS, CAPT, MC, USN
Polypharmacy, dietary supplements, adherence, and adverse drug events challenge effective prescribing in older adults. Finding the right balance can enhance functioning and quality of life for these patients.

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1843	CME Calendar
1856	Definitions for Evidence Labels in *AFP*
1863	Diary from a Week in Practice
1931	U.S. Preventive Services Task Force: Recommendations and Rationale Behavioral Counseling in Primary Care to Promote Physical Activity
1939	Change-of-Address Form
1943	Tips from Other Journals
1996	Practice Guidelines CDC Releases 2002 Guidelines for Treating STDs: Part II. Human Papillomavirus and Hepatitis
2000	Clinical Briefs
2008	Curbside Consultation When the Side Effect Is Really the Symptom
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