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Management of pigmented skin lesions in childhood and adolescence

Management of pigmented skin lesions in childhood and adolescence

30/07/2019

In children and adolescents, there exist a variety of congenital and acquired naevi and other pigmented skin lesions that can be diagnostically problematic.


Technology driving advances in ophthalmology

Technology driving advances in ophthalmology

25/07/2019

Over the past 10 years significant improvements in technology underlying ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment have led to marked improvements in visual outcomes for patients.


General practice registrars’ use of dermoscopy: Prevalence, associations and influence on diagnosis and confidence

General practice registrars’ use of dermoscopy: Prevalence, associations and influence on diagnosis and confidence

25/07/2019

General practice registrars use a dermatoscope in a modest majority of skin checks and pigmented skin lesion consultations, which influences registrars’ diagnoses and increases their confidence.


Patient-related factors associated with poor glycaemic control among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Patient-related factors associated with poor glycaemic control among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

25/07/2019

Understanding patient-related factors associated with poor glycaemic control is essential to communicate better with patients, motivate them to self-care and provide better patient-centred care.


Eyes

Eyes

25/07/2019

Developments in ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment have led to marked improvements in visual outcomes for patients in general practice.


Management of microbial keratitis in general practice

Management of microbial keratitis in general practice

24/07/2019

The advice and decision of the general practitioner at the initial presentation of microbial keratitis is crucial for optimal management, with urgent referral potentially sight-saving for the patient.


Ocular causes of visual distortions

Ocular causes of visual distortions

24/07/2019

The aim of this article is to provide a guide to clarifying complaints of visual distortions, outlining the common ocular causes, with a focus on macular pathologies.


Eyelid lesions in general practice

Eyelid lesions in general practice

24/07/2019

Although most eyelid lumps are benign, accurate diagnosis and early recognition of sinister lesions leads to improved patient outcomes.


Oral corticosteroids for painful acute otitis externa (swimmer’s ear): A triple-blind randomised controlled trial

Oral corticosteroids for painful acute otitis externa (swimmer’s ear): A triple-blind randomised controlled trial

24/07/2019

If a benefit of oral corticosteroids is not proven, then physicians currently prescribing it need to be advised of this finding.


Persistent visual disturbances after concussion

Persistent visual disturbances after concussion

23/07/2019

Visual problems commonly reported after concussion can be diagnosed with office-based assessment; with appropriate rehabilitation, the disruption to daily activities can be minimised.


Ocular torticollis: A tilt in perspective

Ocular torticollis: A tilt in perspective

22/07/2019

Early diagnosis of superior oblique palsy in general practice can improve visual acuity and prevent complications including torticollis.


Topical anaesthetic in the treatment of corneal epithelial defects: What are the risks?

Topical anaesthetic in the treatment of corneal epithelial defects: What are the risks?

22/07/2019

Local anaesthetic eye drops have recently been advocated as a safe analgesic following eye injuries, but the evidence is limited and the risks are significant.


The health status of newly arrived Syrian refugees at the Refugee Health Service, South Australia, 2016

The health status of newly arrived Syrian refugees at the Refugee Health Service, South Australia, 2016

27/06/2019

This study shows the importance of health screening for new arrival refugees, including screening for infectious diseases, nutritional and vitamin deficiencies, chronic disease and mental health.


<em>Great Expectations</em> and e-mental health: The role of literacy in mediating access to mental healthcare

Great Expectations and e-mental health: The role of literacy in mediating access to mental healthcare

27/06/2019

Text-based e-mental health programs may worsen the treatment gap for disadvantaged patients because of inherent high literacy requirements.


July clinical challenge

July clinical challenge

27/06/2019

This clinical challenge is based on this month’s Focus articles. To complete this activity, go to gplearning and log in with the username and password you use to log in to the RACGP website.

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