Lice and Scabies: Treatment Update - American Family Physician
May 15, 2019 - Pediculosis and scabies are caused by ectoparasites. Pruritus is the most common presenting symptom. Head and pubic lice infestations are diagnosed with visualization of live lice. Nits (lice eggs or egg casings) alone are not sufficient to diagnose a current infestation. A no-nit ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/0515/p635.html
Obesity - American Family Physician
Mar 17, 2022 - This collection features AFP content on obesity and related issues, including bariatric surgery, childhood obesity, diet, exercise, lifestyle counseling, and weight loss maintenance. This collection features AFP content on obesity and related issues, including bariatric surgery, ...
- Overview
- Screening and Diagnosis
- Prevention
- Treatment
- Complications and Special Situations
- Editorials and Letters
- Improving Practice
- Patient Education, Self-Care
- Other AFP Content
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/topicModules/viewTopicModule.htm?topicModuleId=19
Sexually Transmitted Infections - American Family Physician
May 13, 2022 - This collection features AFP content on sexually transmitted disease and related issues, including chlamydia, genital herpes, gonorrhea, human papillomavirus, and syphilis. This collection features AFP content on sexually transmitted disease and related issues, including chlamydia, ...
- Overview
- Screening and Diagnosis
- Prevention
- Treatment
- Complications and Special Situations
- Editorials and Letters
- Patient Education, Self-Care
- Other AFP Content
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/topicModules/viewTopicModule.htm?topicModuleId=23
Genital Ulcers: Differential Diagnosis and Management - American Family Physician
Mar 15, 2020 - Genital ulcers may be located on the vagina, penis, and anorectal or perineal areas and may be infectious or noninfectious. Herpes simplex virus is the most common cause of genital ulcers in the United States. A diagnosis of genital herpes simplex virus infection is made through ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2020/0315/p355.html
Depression in Children and Adolescents: Evaluation and Treatment - American Family ...
Nov 15, 2019 - The prevalence of major unipolar depression in children and adolescents is increasing in the United States. In 2016, approximately 5% of 12-year-olds and 17% of 17-year-olds reported experiencing a major depressive episode in the previous 12 months. Screening for depression in ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/1115/p609.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 ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2021/0501/p539.html
Care of Special Populations - American Family Physician
May 13, 2022 - This collection features AFP content on the care of special populations and related issues, including ethnic minorities; gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered persons; homeless and uninsured persons; and mentally retarded persons. This collection features AFP content on the care of ...
- Ethnic Minorities
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Persons
- Homeless/Uninsured Persons
- Incarcerated Persons
- Intellectually Disabled Persons
- Military Veterans
- Trafficked Persons
- Physically Disabled Persons
- Improving Practice
- Patient Education, Self-Care
- Other AFP Content
- Other Resources from AAFP
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/topicModules/viewTopicModule.htm?topicModuleId=45
Diagnosis and Management of Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults - American Family Physician
Mar 15, 2016 - Nephrotic syndrome (NS) consists of peripheral edema, heavy proteinuria, and hypoalbuminemia, often with hyperlipidemia. Patients typically present with edema and fatigue, without evidence of heart failure or severe liver disease. The diagnosis of NS is based on typical clinical ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2016/0315/p479.html
Septic Arthritis: Diagnosis and Treatment - American Family Physician
Dec 1, 2021 - Septic arthritis must be considered and promptly diagnosed in any patient presenting with acute atraumatic joint pain, swelling, and fever. Risk factors for septic arthritis include age older than 80 years, diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, recent joint surgery, hip or knee ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2021/1200/p589.html
Hemoptysis: Evaluation and Management - American Family Physician
Feb 1, 2022 - Hemoptysis is the expectoration of blood from the lower respiratory tract, usually from bronchial arteries. The most common causes are acute respiratory infections, cancer, bronchiectasis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. No cause is identified in 20% to 50% of cases. ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2022/0200/p144.html
Ectopic Pregnancy: Diagnosis and Management - American Family Physician
May 15, 2020 - Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized ovum implants outside of the uterine cavity. In the United States, the estimated prevalence of ectopic pregnancy is 1% to 2%, and ruptured ectopic pregnancy accounts for 2.7% of pregnancy-related deaths. Risk factors include a history of pelvic...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2020/0515/p599.html
Adenomyosis: Diagnosis and Management - American Family Physician
Jan 1, 2022 - Adenomyosis is a clinical condition where endometrial glands are found in the myometrium of the uterus. One in three patients with adenomyosis is asymptomatic, but the rest may present with heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, or infertility. Heavy menstrual bleeding is the most ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2022/0100/p33.html
Newborn Respiratory Distress - American Family Physician
Dec 1, 2015 - Newborn respiratory distress presents a diagnostic and management challenge. Newborns with respiratory distress commonly exhibit tachypnea with a respiratory rate of more than 60 respirations per minute. They may present with grunting, retractions, nasal flaring, and cyanosis. Common ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/1201/p994.html
Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young: Rapid Evidence Review - American Family Physician
Feb 1, 2022 - Maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY) is a non–insulin-dependent form of diabetes mellitus that is usually diagnosed in young adulthood. MODY is most often an autosomal dominant disease and is divided into subtypes (MODY1 to MODY14) based on the causative genetic mutation. ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2022/0200/p162.html
The Adult Well-Male Examination - American Family Physician
Dec 15, 2018 - The adult well-male examination should provide evidence-based guidance toward the promotion of optimal health and well-being. The medical history should focus on tobacco and alcohol use, risk of human immunodeficiency virus and other sexually transmitted infections, and diet and ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2018/1215/p729.html
Acute Bacterial Prostatitis: Diagnosis and Management - American Family Physician
Jan 15, 2016 - Acute bacterial prostatitis is an acute infection of the prostate gland that causes pelvic pain and urinary tract symptoms, such as dysuria, urinary frequency, and urinary retention, and may lead to systemic symptoms, such as fevers, chills, nausea, emesis, and malaise. Although the ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2016/0115/p114.html
Geriatric Care - American Family Physician
Jan 12, 2022 - This collection features AFP content on geriatric care and related issues, including assistive devices, elder mistreatment, failure to thrive, fall prevention, geriatric assessment, house calls, impaired visual acuity, and nursing home care. This collection features AFP content on ...
- Overview
- Screening and Prevention
- Specific Issues
- Improving Practice
- Patient Education, Self-Care
- Other AFP Content
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/topicModules/viewTopicModule.htm?topicModuleId=55
Cluster Headache: Rapid Evidence Review - American Family Physician
Jan 1, 2022 - Cluster headache, the most common form of trigeminal autonomic cephalgia, is a rare primary headache disorder that affects less than 1% of the population. The mean age of onset is 30 years, and it is two to three times more common in males. Cluster headache consists of attacks of severe...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2022/0100/p24.html
Health Care–Associated Infections: Best Practices for Prevention - American Family ...
Mar 1, 2022 - Health care–associated infections (HAIs) are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States. Common examples include catheter-associated urinary tract infections, central line–associated bloodstream infections, ventilator-associated pneumonia, surgical site ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2022/0300/p262.html
Diagnosis and Management of Osteoporosis - American Family Physician
Aug 15, 2015 - Osteoporosis-related fractures affect approximately one in two white women and one in five white men in their lifetime. The impact of fractures includes loss of function, significant costs, and increased mortality. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends using dual energy ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0815/p261.html
Acute Kidney Injury: Diagnosis and Management - American Family Physician
Dec 1, 2019 - Acute kidney injury is a clinical syndrome characterized by a rapid decline in glomerular filtration rate and resultant accumulation of metabolic waste products. Acute kidney injury is associated with an increased risk of mortality, cardiovascular events, and progression to chronic ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/1201/p687.html
Heel Pain: Diagnosis and Management - American Family Physician
Jan 15, 2018 - The differential diagnosis of heel pain is extensive, but a mechanical etiology is the most common. The specific anatomic location of the pain can help guide diagnosis. The most common diagnosis is plantar fasciitis, which leads to medial plantar heel pain, especially with the first ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2018/0115/p86.html
Hepatitis C: Diagnosis and Management - American Family Physician
Dec 1, 2021 - Screening recommendations and treatment guidelines for hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection have been updated. People at the greatest risk of HCV infection are those between 18 and 39 years of age and those who use injection drugs. Universal screening with an anti-HCV antibody test with ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2021/1200/p626.html
Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Issues - American Family Physician
May 13, 2022 - This collection features AFP content on labor, delivery, and postpartum issues and related topics, including breastfeeding, cesarean delivery, episiotomy, labor pain management, postpartum hemorrhage, preterm labor and birth, shoulder dystocia, umbilical cord blood storage, and vaginal ...
- Normal Delivery
- Abnormal Delivery
- Preterm Labor/Preterm Premature Rupture of the Membranes
- Procedures/Monitoring
- Emergencies
- Management of Labor Pain
- Postpartum Care and Complications
- Breastfeeding
- Editorials and Letters
- Improving Practice
- Patient Education, Self-Care
- Other AFP Content
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/topicModules/viewTopicModule.htm?topicModuleId=16
Evaluation of Jaundice in Adults - American Family Physician
Feb 1, 2017 - Jaundice in adults can be an indicator of significant underlying disease. It is caused by elevated serum bilirubin levels in the unconjugated or conjugated form. The evaluation of jaundice relies on the history and physical examination. The initial laboratory evaluation should include ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2017/0201/p164.html