Somatoform Disorders - American Family Physician
Nov 1, 2007 - The somatoform disorders are a group of psychiatric disorders that cause unexplained physical symptoms. They include somatization disorder (involving multisystem physical symptoms), undifferentiated somatoform disorder (fewer symptoms than somatization disorder), conversion disorder ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2007/1101/p1333.html
Surveillance of the Adult Cancer Survivor
...should be addressed to optimize function and longevity. Common late effects of cancer and its treatment include second primary cancers, sexual dys- function, and psychosocial issues. Cancer recurrence is a significant concern. After treatment for colorectal cancer, intensive...
American Family Physician
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0101/afp20150101p29.pdf
Surveillance of the Adult Cancer Survivor - American Family Physician
Jan 1, 2015 - The term cancer survivor refers to anyone living with a diagnosis of cancer. As the U.S. population ages, cancer screening increases, and cancer treatments improve, millions more Americans will be classified as cancer survivors in the future. Although many survivors wish to continue ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0101/p29.html
Systemic Sclerosis/Scleroderma: A Treatable Multisystem Disease - American Family ...
Oct 15, 2008 - Systemic sclerosis (systemic scleroderma) is a chronic connective tissue disease of unknown etiology that causes widespread microvascular damage and excessive deposition of collagen in the skin and internal organs. Raynaud phenomenon and scleroderma (hardening of the skin) are hallmarks...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2008/1015/p961.html
Targeted Therapies: A New Generation of Cancer Treatments - American Family Physician
Feb 1, 2008 - Targeted therapies, which include monoclonal antibodies and small molecule inhibitors, have significantly changed the treatment of cancer over the past 10 years. These drugs are now a component of therapy for many common malignancies, including breast, colorectal, lung, and pancreatic ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2008/0201/p311.html
Testosterone Therapy: Review of Clinical Applications
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American Family Physician
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2017/1001/afp20171001p441.pdf
Testosterone Therapy: Review of Clinical Applications - American Family Physician
Oct 1, 2017 - Testosterone therapy is increasingly common in the United States, and many of these prescriptions are written by primary care physicians. There is conflicting evidence on the benefit of male testosterone therapy for age-related declines in testosterone. Physicians should not measure ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2017/1001/p441.html
Testosterone Treatments: Why, When, and How? - American Family Physician
May 1, 2006 - Testosterone treatment is controversial for men and even more so for women. Although long-term outcome data are not available, prescriptions for testosterone are becoming more common. Testosterone is used primarily to treat symptoms of sexual dysfunction in men and women and hot flashes...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2006/0501/p1591.html
The Female Athlete Triad - American Family Physician
Jun 1, 2000 - The female athlete triad is defined as the combination of disordered eating, amenorrhea and osteoporosis. This disorder often goes unrecognized. The consequences of lost bone mineral density can be devastating for the female athlete. Premature osteoporotic fractures can occur, and lost ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0601/p3357.html
The Homeless in America: Adapting Your Practice - American Family Physician
Oct 1, 2006 - In 2004, the National Guidelines Clearinghouse placed eight guidelines from the National Health Care for the Homeless Council on its Web site. Seven of the guidelines are on specific disease processes and one is on general care. In addition to straightforward clinical decision making, ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2006/1001/p1132.html
The Importance of Obtaining a Sexual History - Editorials - American Family Physician
Jul 1, 2000 - ...of Obtaining a Sexual History GLORIA BACHMANN, M.D., UMDNJ–Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, New Jersey Am Fam Physician. 2000 Jul 1;62(1):52. Related Article Regardless of how often practitioners are reminded of the importance of sexual health and the necessity...
American Family Physician : Editorials
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0701/p52.html
The Patient with Daily Headaches - American Family Physician
Dec 15, 2004 - The term 'chronic daily headache' (CDH) describes a variety of headache types, of which chronic migraine is the most common. Daily headaches often are disabling and may be challenging to diagnose and treat. Medication overuse, or drug rebound headache, is the most treatable cause of ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2004/1215/p2299.html
The Preparticipation Athletic Evaluation - American Family Physician
May 1, 2000 - A comprehensive medical history that includes questions about a personal and family history of cardiovascular disease is the most important initial component of the preparticipation athletic evaluation. Additional questions should focus on any history of neurologic or musculoskeletal ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0501/p2683.html
The Preparticipation Physical Evaluation - American Family Physician
May 1, 2021 - The preparticipation physical evaluation (PPE) is a common reason for young athletes to see a primary care physician. An annual PPE is required by most state high school athletic associations for participation in school-based sports, although there is limited evidence to support its ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2021/0501/p539.html
The Proactive Sexual Health History -- American Family Physician
...of sexual concerns in their patients, which contributes to their miscalcu- lation of the importance of sexual health care.9,10 Patients report that physician discom- fort and anticipated nonempathetic response to sexual problems are the primary barriers to discussing sexual...
American Family Physician
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/1101/afp20021101p1705.pdf
The Proactive Sexual Health History: Key to Effective Sexual Health Care - American ...
Nov 1, 2002 - Family physicians must proactively address the sexual health of their patients. Effective sexual health care should address wellness considerations in addition to infections, contraception, and sexual dysfunction. However, physicians consistently underestimate the prevalence of sexual ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/1101/p1705.html
Tips From Other Journals - American Family Physician
Feb 15, 2007 - ...Background: Premature ejaculation affects 21 to 33 percent of men and is believed to be the most common type of male sexual dysfunction. The potential negative effects on quality of life can be severe for men and their partners; however, few treatments have been approved to treat...
American Family Physician : Tip
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2007/0215/p555.html
Tips From Other Journals - American Family Physician
Apr 15, 2000 - ...Dyspareunia and vaginismus are the two most common sexual dysfunctions in women. Dyspareunia is recurrent genital pain caused by sexual activity. Primary dyspareunia is defined as constant pain during sexual activity, while secondary dyspareunia occurs after a period of pain-free...
American Family Physician : Tip
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0415/p2511.html
Tips From Other Journals - American Family Physician
Oct 1, 2002 - ...couple should be evaluated simultaneously. Screening for causes of infertility is generally initiated after one year of unprotected sexual intercourse, although testing may begin earlier if a risk for infertility exists or if the man suspects that he is infertile. Sharlip and...
American Family Physician : Tip
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/1001/p1299a.html
Treatment of the Post-ICU Patient in an Outpatient Setting - American Family Physician
Mar 15, 2009 - The care of a patient in the intensive care unit extends well beyond his or her hospitalization. Evaluation of a patient after leaving the intensive care unit involves a review of the hospital stay, including principal diagnosis, exposure to medications, period spent in the intensive ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2009/0315/p459.html
Treatment Options for Insomnia - American Family Physician
Aug 15, 2007 - The frequency of sleep disruption and the degree to which insomnia significantly affects daytime function determine the need for evaluation and treatment. Physicians may initiate treatment of insomnia at an initial visit; for patients with a clear acute stressor such as grief, no ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2007/0815/p517.html
Treatments for Postmenopausal Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder - FPIN's Clinical ...
Feb 1, 2020 - Transdermal testosterone for the treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder in postmenopausal women results in an additional 0.92 sexually satisfying events per month, acne, and increased androgenic effects without major complications
American Family Physician : FPIN's Clinical Inquiries
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2020/0201/p182.html
Undetected Childhood Sexual Trauma and Its Health Effects in Adults
...by sexual abuse or related trauma. I would like to talk with her about this. What is the best way to discuss this subject? If sexual trauma is revealed, how do I proceed? Commentary It is essential for physicians to understand the relevance of childhood sexual trauma to adult...
American Family Physician
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0901/afp20130901p328.pdf
Undetected Childhood Sexual Trauma and Its Health Effects in Adults - Curbside ...
Sep 1, 2013 - It is essential for physicians to understand the relevance of childhood sexual trauma to adult medical conditions. Recognizing this connection can help physicians begin to manage the resulting damage. Exposure to childhood sexual trauma is highly prevalent in the United States, but is ...
American Family Physician : Curbside Consultation
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0901/p328.html
Urinary Catheter Management - American Family Physician
Jan 15, 2000 - The use of urinary catheters should be avoided whenever possible. Clean intermittent catheterization, when practical, is preferable to long-term catheterization. Suprapubic catheters offer some advantages, and condom catheters may be appropriate for some men. While clean handling of ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0115/p369.html