Clinic A/P, adults, Clinic A/P, Peds
-Most of them are viral. -No antibiotics needed. Symptomatic treatment only. -PPIs may help for chronic laryngitis, not acute laryngitis.
Clinic A/P, adults, Clinic A/P, Peds, Hospital A/P, Adults, Hospital A/P, Peds
Diagnosis H&P: Diagnosis of peritonsillar abscess is on the clinical presentation and PE. Common presentation: Risk Factors: Complications: DDx and Etiology: Diagnostic testing: -CT / MRI if Treatment -Drain the abscess: The key to treating a peritonsillar abscess...
Clinic A/P, Peds, Hospital A/P, Peds
“In children, neck masses usually fall into one of three categories: developmental, inflammatory/reactive, or neoplastic. The history and physical examination can help narrow the diagnosis, with location of the mass being particularly helpful. Branchial cleft...
Clinic A/P, Peds, Hospital A/P, Peds
Honey has been shown in a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled studies to decrease a nighttime cough and improve sleep in children with this problem? A teaspoon of honey, given alone or in a noncaffeinated liquid before bed, has been shown to reduce the...
Clinic A/P, adults, Clinic A/P, Peds
Daycare workers are susceptible to giardiasis, with symptoms including bloating, flatulence, and foul-smelling stools. This can be treated with metronidazole. Patients may have mild, diffuse abdominal tenderness and increased bowel sounds on an exam. “Travelers...
