ClinicalReads

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Dermatology

Hard to Feel Scleroderma

Your skin begins harden­ing. What factors suggest internal organ damage? How can this require dermatology, rheumatology, and pulmonology experts?

Dermatology

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Itching For a Cure

It is best to examine the area before scratching, which can alter the appearance of the skin, cause infection, and post-resolution scarring.

Food

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Guacamole With A Twist

Here's a way to cut back on simple carbo­hydrates, elimi­nate most of the chips but still enjoy all the flavor of the beloved guacamole.

Food

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Grocery Enemies

If you are not the one who does the shopping, there is a danger. Follow these tips to keep from panicking.

Gastroenterology

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Why You Need Endoscopy

When is endoscopy necessary? Medicinemay first be pre­scribed. After a few weeks without resolu­tion, diagnostic endo­s­copy is warranted.

Internist

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Avoid Costly Patient Referrals

Can HSA patient charts be flagged in a manner that alerts primary care physi­cians to limit expensive referrals?

Otolaryngology

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Is Tinnitus Driving You Crazy?

Tinnitus isone of the most frustrat­ing ail­ments affecting 20 percent of the popula­tion. Whatcan be doneabout the inces­sant sound?

Vision

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Children’s Eye Health and Safety

Telltale signs of vision prob­lems are squint­ing, head­aches, lack of concen­tra­tion, or reading compre­hension.

Cosmetology

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Benefits of Facials

Washing your face once or twice per day with a mild cleanser before patting dry is one way to keep skin healthy. Are you ready to go deeper?

Individual

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Patients Must Monitor Prescriptions

In ourhealthcare system, physicians rarely monitor individual reaction to prescrip­tions. Evaluating drug response transfers to patients.

Food

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Still Eating Potato Skins

Once the darling of salad bar buffets, potato skins are not quite as desirable among health-conscious patrons. When are potatoes healthy or toxic?