Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS): Rebaked Morsel
Diarrhea is common. Bloody Diarrhea requires specific consideration, however, for possible Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome. Let's Review.
Tag Anemia
Sickle Cell Trait
We have discussed many medical “myths” previously (ex, Atropine for RSI, Cuffed ETTs, ORT vs IVF, Morphine for Appendicitis), but recently one of my esteemed PEM Fellows enlightened me about another. We have touched on some of the complications that…
Lead Poisoning
Poisonings certainly get practitioners’ attention; but some may present in a very subtle manner, making our task quite challenging. Lead Poisoning does not often present with acute symptoms either, making it even more difficult to think of, but it is…
Aplastic Anemia
Previously, the Ped EM Morsels have requested that we remove the phrase “it’s just a virus” from our lexicons. One simple reason is that viruses can lead to significant illness also (ex, myocarditis, Guillain-Barre). While ordering a million tests and…
Pica
Growing up, we all knew “the kid who eats dirt” and if you don’t remember “the kid,” it is likely because you were that kid. And look at you now… you’ve grown up so nicely. So how can eating dirt…