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Eye Emergencies - American Family Physician

Nov 1, 2020 - Central retinal artery occlusions, chemical injuries, mechanical globe injuries, and retinal detachments are eye emergencies that can result in permanent vision loss if not treated urgently. Family physicians should be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of each condition and be ...

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Menopause - American Family Physician

Feb 1, 2020 - This collection features AFP content on menopause and related issues, including estrogen and progestogen therapy, hormone therapy, hot flashes, mood symptoms, sexual difficulties, and postmenopause. This collection features AFP content on menopause and related issues, including estrogen...

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Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy - American Family Physician

Feb 15, 2014 - Thyroid disease is the second most common endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age, and when untreated during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage, placental abruption, hypertensive disorders, and growth restriction. Current guidelines recommend ...

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Caring for Latino Patients - American Family Physician

Jan 1, 2013 - Latinos comprise nearly 16 percent of the U.S. population, and this proportion is anticipated to increase to 30 percent by 2050. Latinos are a diverse ethnic group that includes many different cultures, races, and nationalities. Barriers to care have resulted in striking disparities in ...

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Chronic Disease Care -- FPM Topic Collection

Mar 15, 2021 - This article collection features popular FPM content on the subject of chronic disease care. This article collection features popular FPM content on the subject of chronic disease care.

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The Pregnant Patient: Managing Common Acute Medical Problems - American Family Physician

Nov 1, 2018 - Women often see their primary care physicians for common acute conditions during pregnancy. These conditions may be caused by pregnancy (obstetric problems) or worsened by pregnancy (obstetrically aggravated problems), or they may require special consideration during pregnancy because ...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Nov 15, 2003 Issue Screening for High Blood Pressure [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force] This statement summarizes the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendations on screening for high blood pressure and the supporting scientific evidence. Sep...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Nov 15, 2010 Issue AAP Updates Policy Statement on Athletic Participation by Children and Adolescents with Systemic Hypertension [Practice Guidelines] The most common cardiovascular condition in competitive athletes is hypertension. The American Academy of...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Jul 1, 2008 Issue Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy [Article] The National High Blood Pressure Education Program Working Group on High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy has defined four categories of hypertension in pregnancy: chronic hypertension, gestational...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Aug 15, 2014 Issue Cardiovascular Effects of NSAIDs [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries] Aspirin does not elevate blood pressure. Among nonselective NSAIDs, ibuprofen increases the risk of hypertension and stroke. Diclofenac does not increase the risk of hypertension, but...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Nov 1, 2019 Issue Renin-Angiotensin System Inhibitors vs. Other Antihypertensive Drug Classes for Hypertension [Cochrane for Clinicians] RAS inhibitors, which include angiotensin receptor blockers, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, and renin inhibitors, should...

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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 ...

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Occupational Health - American Family Physician

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Sep 01, 2021 Issue Home Blood Pressure Monitoring [Article] Home blood pressure monitoring provides important diagnostic information beyond in-office blood pressure readings and offers similar results to ambulatory blood pressure monitoring. Home blood pressure...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Oct 1, 2015 Issue Calcium Supplementation for Preventing Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy [Cochrane for Clinicians] High-dose calcium supplementation (i.e., at least 1,000 mg per day) during pregnancy reduces the risk of developing hypertension and...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Jul 1, 2016 Issue Blood Pressure Goal of 140 to 150 mm Hg Is Best for Patients with Diabetes [POEMs] Although most recent practice guidelines have relaxed the blood pressure goals for patients with diabetes, there are still a few holdouts that suggest aggressive...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Mar 15, 2018 Issue ACC/AHA Hypertension Guideline: What Is New? What Do We Do? [Editorials] Choosing a threshold and target for treatment should be based on the science supporting CVD risk reduction, while considering the benefits and harms in individual patient...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Sep 01, 2021 Issue Home Blood Pressure Monitoring [Article] Home blood pressure monitoring provides important diagnostic information beyond in-office blood pressure readings and offers similar results to ambulatory blood pressure monitoring. Home blood pressure...

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Lymphoma: Diagnosis and Treatment - American Family Physician

Jan 1, 2020 - Lymphoma is a group of malignant neoplasms of lymphocytes with more than 90 subtypes. It is traditionally classified broadly as non-Hodgkin or Hodgkin lymphoma. Approximately 82,000 new U.S. patients are diagnosed with lymphoma annually. Any tobacco use and obesity are major modifiable ...

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Medications for Chronic Asthma - American Family Physician

Sep 15, 2016 - Chronic asthma is a major health concern for children and adults worldwide. The goal of treatment is to prevent symptoms by reducing airway inflammation and hyperreactivity. Step-up therapy for symptom control involves initiation with low-dose treatment and increasing intensity at ...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Sep 15, 1999 Issue Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonists in the Treatment of Hypertension [Article] The sixth report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNC-VI) includes recommendations for the...

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AFP Documents with Keyword: Hypertension - American Family Physician

...Hypertension Oct 1, 2005 Issue New AHA Recommendations for Blood Pressure Measurement [Practice Guidelines] The American Heart Association (AHA) has published a new set of recommendations for the measurement of blood pressure to increase accuracy of clinic readings, and in...

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Clinical Evaluation of Bleeding and Bruising in Primary Care - American Family Physician

Feb 15, 2016 - Bleeding and bruising are common symptoms in the primary care setting. The patient history can help determine whether the bruising or bleeding is abnormal. The International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis has developed a bleeding assessment tool that can be used to indicate ...

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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2016/0215/p279.html

Outpatient Burn Care: Prevention and Treatment - American Family Physician

Apr 15, 2020 - Most patients with burn injuries are treated as outpatients. Two key determinants of the need for referral to a burn center are burn depth and percentage of total body surface area involved. All burn injuries are considered trauma, prompting immediate evaluation for concomitant ...

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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2020/0415/p463.html

Influenza - American Family Physician

Oct 15, 2020 - This collection features AFP content on influenza and related issues, including influenza vaccination and avian influenza. This collection features AFP content on influenza and related issues, including influenza vaccination and avian influenza.

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