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	Articles
1131	Raloxifene: A Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator JANINE A. SCOTT, M.D., CARLOS C. DA CAMARA, PHARM.D., and J. ELIZABETH EARLY, PHARM.D. Raloxifene augments bone mineral density and lowers total and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels. Its effects on fracture risk and its ability to protect against cardiovascular disease have yet to be determined. Also unestablished is the effect of raloxifene on the incidence of breast and endometrial cancer.
	Patient information: "Raloxifene and Osteoporosis," p. 1139
1143	Evaluation of Asymptomatic Microscopic Hematuria in Adults TIMOTHY R. THALLER, M.D., and LESTER P. WANG, M.D. Using a systematic diagnostic approach, the family physician can determine the cause of asymptomatic microscopic hematuria in nearly 80 percent of patients.
	Patient information: "Microscopic Hematuria," p. 1154
1159	Newer Pharmacologic Alternatives for Erectile Dysfunction ANTHONY J. VIERA, LT, MC, USNR, TIMOTHY L. CLENNEY, LCDR, MC, USNR, DONALD W. SHENENBERGER, LT, MC, USNR, and GORDON F. GREEN, CDR, MC, USNR Newer and more acceptable pharmacotherapies for erectile dysfunction have prompted more men to seek such treatment. Family physicians are in a good position to diagnose and treat this common disorder.
	Patient information: "Erectile Dysfunction," p. 1169
	Patient information: "Using Viagra," p. 1172
1175	Outpatient Detoxification of the Addicted or Alcoholic Patient CHRISTOPHER D. PRATER, M.D., KARL E. MILLER, M.D., and ROBERT G. ZYLSTRA, ED.D., L.C.S.W. Outpatient detoxification, including the management of acute withdrawal and long-term recovery, can usually be performed safely and effectively by family physicians.
	Patient information: "Do You Have a Problem with Alcohol or Drugs?," p. 1183
1185	Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonists in the Treatment of Hypertension NORMAN M. KAPLAN, M.D. Until further data are available, angiotensin II receptor antagonists may be an alternative to angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in patients who cannot tolerate ACE inhibitors and who have comorbid conditions for which ACE inhibitors have shown benefit.
1191	Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment CHRISTINE E. CORREALE, M.D., COLLEEN WALKER, D.O., LYDIA MURPHY, R.N., B.S.N, and TIMOTHY J. CRAIG, D.O. The treatment of atopic dermatitis is directed at correcting underlying skin abnormalities such as xerosis, pruritus, superinfection and inflammation. Lubricants, antihistamines and topical corticosteroids are the mainstays of therapy.
	Patient information: "Eczema--A Skin Problem," p. 1209

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1073	Inside AFP
1081	Newsletter
1084	Quantum Sufficit
1089	Clinical Quiz
1092	Editorials Is Raloxifene the Answer to the HRT Story? Home Telemedicine: Merging the Old and New Ways
1101	Letters to the Editor Clinical Pharmacology of Mirtazapine: Revisited Antihypertensive Treatment and CHD in the Elderly
1108	CME Calendar
1127	Diary from a Week in Practice WALTER L. LARIMORE, M.D., JOHN R. HARTMAN, M.D., THERESA B. SHUPE, M.D., STEPHANIE E. FRISBEE, M.D., J. SCOTT RIES, M.D., and CHAD A. GRIFFIN, M.D.
1213	Conference Highlights
1220	Tips from Other Journals
1240	Family Practice International
1242	Special Medical Reports AAP Report Discusses Success Factors for Pediatric Call Centers ACOG Urges a Cautious Approach to Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Delivery
1248	Clinical Briefs
1257	Subscription Change of Address Form
1258	Core Educational Guidelines
1265	Physician's Bookshelf
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1272	Medical Products and Services
1273	Classified Information

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