August 1, 2015

Rosacea is a chronic facial skin condition characterized by erythema, inflammatory papules and pustules, telangiectasia, and hyperplasia of the connective tissue. Treatment begins with avoiding triggers, using mild cleansers and moisturizers, and wearing hats and sunscreen for…

Most births in the United States are normal spontaneous vaginal deliveries, and most women who have had a previous cesarean delivery are candidates for a trial of labor. Methods to improve birth outcomes in the first stage include encouraging women to walk or stay in upright…

Rashes are common in children, and the various causes can be difficult to differentiate. Appearance of the rash and other key features can help with the diagnosis. Physicians should consider the duration of the rash, the initial appearance and how it has evolved, the location…

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Fluoride is an important aspect of good oral care. With 181 million Americans not visiting the dentist annually, family physicians have an essential role in oral health care.

Family medicine and general internal medicine physicians are more likely to participate in the Medicare electronic health record (EHR) incentive program compared with other subspecialties, after accounting for Medicare income and other factors. These findings support the…

Treatment with the Epley maneuver resolves benign paroxysmal positional vertigo better than sham therapy or control. Minor adverse effects are uncommon.

Even though a certain medication may be listed in the electronic health record, it doesn't mean that the patient is actually taking it.

A man presented with asymptomatic blue-gray lesions on both feet that were darkening over time. He was using several medications.

A multimicronutrient supplement is an oral tablet containing the recommended daily allowance of several vitamins and minerals. The World Health Organization does not recommend multimicronutrient supplementation because of the potential for increased neonatal mortality in some…

These results add further credence to the idea that the gastrointestinal system plays a big role in the development of our immune system (i.e., the hygiene hypothesis). Washing children's bottles and eating utensils by hand instead of using an automatic dishwasher was…

Giving patients a pedometer, a walking diary, and instructions to walk at least four days per week, then gradually increase the walk's duration and intensity (see synopsis) results in improvement in pain and disability similar to usual physical therapy or a group exercise…

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, which are usually related to sports, have an incidence of approximately 252,000 yearly. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has provided guidance in determining the best options for treating an ACL injury.

Studies show that there was no significant difference and none were harmed by using tap water. Find out more.

Rosacea (ro-ZAY-shah) is a skin condition that causes redness (blushing) on the cheeks, nose, and forehead.