Tremor

-Differential diagnosis of tremor, reviewed. -Is it a resting tremor vs. action tremor?: -The area affected by the tremor is: -The frequency of the tremor is: -Will consider neurology referral.

Medications that Cause Sweating or Flushing

Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, Bupropion Antipsychotics: Clozapine Triptans (serotonin 5-HT (lb/ld) agonists) Antipyretics: NSAIDs, Aspirin, Acetaminophen Cholinergic agonists: Pyridostigmine, Pilocarpine, Bethanechol Hormonal Drugs: GnRH agonists: Gonadorelin,...

Innervation of Sweat Glands and Control of Sweating

“Eccrine glands are innervated by the sympathetic nervous system (SNS), primarily by cholinergic fibers whose discharge is altered primarily by changes in deep body temperature (core temperature), but by adrenergic fibers as well. The glands on palms and soles...

The Differential Diagnosis Grid

A great way to come up with a thorough differential diagnosis is to use a grid. This is very helpful for less experienced professionals or students. Less experienced people need a systematic framework for constructing a differential diagnosis. A good framework can be...

New Patient vs Established Patient Codes

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW- AND ESTABLISHED-PATIENT OFFICE VISITS A) New Patient HISTORY EXAM MEDICAL DECISION MAKING TYPICAL FACE-TO-FACE TIME (MINUTES) 99201 Problem-focused Problem-focused Straightforward 10 99202 Expanded problem-focused Expanded...