Ep 166: A 64-Year-Old with Fatigue, Difficulty Sleeping, and Dyspnea on Exertion
This episode reviews the diagnosis and acute management of tachycardia. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
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This episode reviews the diagnosis and acute management of tachycardia. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode reviews the workup and differential diagnosis of a patient with an elevated hemoglobin (polycythemia), discovered on routine labs during an evaluation for fever and diarrhea. Read more on this topic in Harrison's chapters: Anemia and Polycythemia Polycythemia Vera and Other Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition...
Today’s episode discusses thyroid testing and function in pregnancy. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
Today’s episode reviews different types of snakes and the clinical consequences of snakebites. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode discusses a particular cause of sepsis and its treatment following a foodborne illness. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
In this episode, we discuss asymptomatic bacteriuria in a pregnant woman. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode reviews the epidemiology of lead exposure in the United States and its health implications. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode discusses the diagnosis and treatment of acute mountain sickness. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode talks about prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode reviews pleural effusions and how to distinguish between their different causes. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
Today’s episode discusses congenital heart disease and reviews murmurs associated with particular valvular disorders. Read more on this topic in Harrison's . Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
In this episode, we review the differential diagnosis of cardiac injuries. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
Evaluation needed for a patient preparing for elective surgery. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode discusses prostate cancer screening and risk-reducing strategies. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode reviews the diagnosis, etiology, and treatment of strokes and transient ischemic attacks. 22nd Edition of Harrison's – Now Available on AccessMedicine Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode reviews important concepts related to cardiac transplantation. Read more on this topic in Harrison's. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode examines toxic gas exposures—how they present, how to recognize them, and the antidotes that can save lives. Read more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
Read more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode discusses the diagnosis of obesity, associated conditions, and treatment considerations. Read more on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
In this episode, we explore non-pharmacologic strategies for controlling blood pressure. Read more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode covers a woman experiencing subacute edema and anasarca due to renal disease, and reviews the possible underlying causes. Read more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
Today’s case is about a 45-year-old with suspected sleep apnea. We walk through the diagnostic workup and potential treatment options. Read more on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
We discuss a 35-year-old patient with burning abdominal pain due to H. pylori, covering the infection’s history, treatment, and follow-up care. Read more on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
We discuss 5 cases for antibacterial prophylaxis, highlighting when it’s appropriate and the risks of overuse in different scenarios. Read more on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
In this episode, we explore the causes of infertility and the recommended initial evaluation. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
A woman with a history of breast cancer presents with new back pain. This episode explores the differential diagnosis and diagnostic procedures. See more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode discusses a patient with an elevated body temperature and explores heat-related illnesses. See more on this topic on AccessMedicine Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode reviews primary care principles for caring for older adults. See more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode covers implantable cardiac defibrillators and their management. See more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition
This episode reviews the differential diagnosis and diagnostic criteria for common conditions that would cause vaginal discharge. See more on this topic on AccessMedicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition