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PRACTICAL THERAPEUTICS Common Acute Hand Infections
Infections of the hand, such as paronychia, felon, herpetic whitlow, and pyogenic flexor tenosynovitis, and infections caused by clenched-fist injuries can result in significant morbidity if not appropriately diagnosed and treated.  |
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Diagnosis of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
The diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus requires the presence of four of 11 clinical and laboratory criteria. Antinuclear antibody titer, the primary laboratory test used to diagnose the disease, has limitations and should be obtained only in patients with unexplained involvement of two or more organ systems. |
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Family physicians must consider potential drug toxicity and interactions in patients who are receiving long-term amiodarone therapy. |
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Returning to Work While Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding rates in the United States have improved but remain below the Healthy People 2010 goals. A breastfeeding plan can help working mothers anticipate logistical problems and devise practical pumping schedules. |
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| 2223 | Approach to the Adult Patient with Fever of Unknown Origin
Fever of unknown origin in adults is defined as a persistent temperature higher than 38.3°C (100.9°F) with no obvious source. A cost-effective, individualized approach is essential in the evaluation of these patients. |
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