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Sickle Cell Trait

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…

Sickle Cell Disease and Fever

Sickle Cell Fever

Sickle Cell Disease is a terrible disease and can be associated with many complications that cause patients to present to the emergency department.  We have previously touched on several clinical issues related to sickle cell disease. We have covered Acute…

Osteomyelitis in Kids

In the past we have discussed how prolonged fever in the Pediatric Patient should cause you to think “outside of the box.”  Kawasaki Disease often comes to mind.  Naturally malignancy should also be considered and a thorough history (any Back…