Loperamide Abuse and Overuse
There are many conditions to consider when dealing with a patient who presents with altered mental status. Is there a significant...
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Priapism in Children
The vast majority of the time, caring for patients, particularly children, is extremely rewarding and life affirming. We are among the...
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess in Children
We are aware that obtaining a good social history is important and asking about sexual activity may change the evaluation of...
Onychomycosis
Summertime brings many fun adventures. Unfortunately, it also brings predictable illness and injury (ex, Gastroenteritis, Handlebar Injuries, Sparkler Injuries). People also...
Jellyfish Envenomation
Summer is officially in full swing and we all love it! Well, my kids do get tired of hearing about all...
Horner Syndrome in Children
Despite what some may think, medical school wasn’t that long ago for me (stop laughing people!). I remember learning by making...
B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) use in Children
We doctors love to order tests, often only to confirm things we already know. Did that lactate level for the child...
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