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 - 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
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...Vulvodynia is not associated with sexually transmit- ted diseases (STDs) or STD risk factors,8,10 but affected women often have been treated repeatedly for candidal vulvovaginitis.8,10,11 In the past, it was theorized that the pain of vulvodynia was due to psychological issues.12,13...
American Family Physician
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2006/0401/afp20060401p1231.pdf
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
Urinary Retention in Adults: Diagnosis and Initial Management - American Family Physician
Mar 1, 2008 - Urinary retention is the inability to voluntarily void urine. This condition can be acute or chronic. Causes of urinary retention are numerous and can be classified as obstructive, infectious and inflammatory, pharmacologic, neurologic, or other. The most common cause of urinary ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2008/0301/p643.html
Urinary Retention in Adults: Evaluation and Initial Management - American Family Physician
Oct 15, 2018 - Urinary retention is the acute or chronic inability to voluntarily pass an adequate amount of urine. The condition predominantly affects men. The most common causes are obstructive in nature, with benign prostatic hyperplasia accounting for 53% of cases. Infectious, inflammatory, ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2018/1015/p496.html
Urinary Tract Infections in Children: Why They Occur and How to Prevent Them - American...
May 15, 1998 - Urinary tract infections (UTIs) usually occur as a consequence of colonization of the periurethral area by a virulent organism that subsequently gains access to the bladder. During the first few months of life, uncircumcised male infants are at increased risk for UTIs, but thereafter ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/1998/0515/p2440.html
Violence (Position Paper)
Read AAFP's position paper on family violence as an important public health issue.
About AAFP |AAFP Policies and Recommendations : Policies
https://www.aafp.org/about/policies/all/violence-position-paper.html
Which Antidepressant Is Best to Avoid Sexual Dysfunction? - FPIN's Clinical Inquiries -...
May 15, 2004 - Bupropion (Wellbutrin), nefazodone (Serzone), amitriptyline (Elavil), and moclobemide (Manerix, a reversible inhibitor of monoamine oxidase type A not available in the United States) have been shown to cause less sexual dysfunction than selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
American Family Physician : FPIN's Clinical Inquiries
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2004/0515/p2419.html
Women's Health Online CME Course | AAFP
Enhance your ability to develop evaluation and treatment plans for every woman you treat, at every stage of her life with this AAFP online CME course. Earn 25.75 CME credits.
CME : All CME Products
https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/womens/self-study.html