Long-term management requires an understanding of the range of causes and benefits from a shared decision-making approach, with discussion about potential risks and benefits of therapy.
Hypothyroidism requiring T4 replacement is common in pregnancy. Prescribers should be aware that there are no specific concerns about dairy intake with T4.
An overview of the investigation and management of thyroid nodules in general practice.
Increased detection and excellent prognosis of differentiated thyroid cancers has led to a growing cohort of patients undergoing post-treatment survivorship care.
A woman aged 64 years presented with a few weeks of tiredness, night sweats and palpitations.
A woman aged 24 years with no past pregnancies presented with a nine-month history of bilateral nipple discharge and occasional severe headaches during the week after her period.
Rational investigation of thyroid disease requires careful avoidance of over-investigation of minor abnormalities balanced with prompt diagnosis of serious health conditions.
Scabies, an under-appreciated global health concern, needs to be considered in the differential of any pruritic cutaneous dermatoses.
The usefulness of modern point-of-care tests for group A streptococci (GAS) is determined by the presence of carriers of GAS.
This case study discusses the differential diagnoses and appropriate tests and investigations for a man aged 32 years with bilateral optic disc swelling.
A case presentation of lower limb rash with purpura below the knee.
Strategies to improve the implementation of muscle health assessment and management in general practice.
This issue explores ‘old’ infectious diseases (scabies, syphilis), ‘new’ infectious diseases (CJD, COVID-19), and medical advances such as RSV prevention products and point-of-care testing.
This study evaluates the susceptibility pattern of Neisseria gonorrhoeae to cefixime, ceftriaxone, azithromycin and doxycycline.