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COVER ARTICLE:
PRACTICAL THERAPEUTICS Molluscum Contagiosum and Warts
Armed with clinical experience and a few surgical tools and medicines, family physicians can treat most cases of molluscum contagiosum and warts. |
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Patient information: "Warts," p. 1243 | ||||
| 1249 | Counseling for Physical Activity in Overweight and Obese
Patients
Physician advice about physical activity is beneficial but may be overlooked.
Physician guidance on exercise is particularly timely, given the epidemic of
obesity in the United States. |
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Patient information: "Physical Activity for Healthy Weight," p. 1266 | ||||
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Editorial: "Promoting Physical Activity in the Family Practice Setting," p. 1199 | ||||
| 1271 | Diagnostic and Therapeutic Injection of the Shoulder Region
Joint injection should be considered only after other interventions such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, and rest have been tried. Indications and techniques for joint injection are discussed. |
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Patient information collection: "Shoulder Therapy," p. 1315 | ||||
| 1281 | COMPLEMENTARY AND
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE Saw Palmetto for Prostate Disorders
Saw palmetto is an herbal product that has proved effective in the treatment of symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia. It is better tolerated, less expensive, and as effective as finasteride. |
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| 1287 | Counseling Issues in Tubal Sterilization
Tubal sterilization is the most commonly used contraceptive among women in the United States. Physicians should ensure that women understand the permanence of the procedure, the possibility of future regret, and the possible complications. |
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Patient information: "Deciding About Tubal Sterilization," p. 1301 | ||||
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