
The ACNES Diagnosis That Wasn’t: It Was Herpes Zoster - Medscape
Mar 11, 2025 · Examination revealed erythema and small vesicles in the T12 dermatome. Tenderness was noted upon palpation, with positive pinch and Carnett’s signs at the abdominal rash site.
Low Back Pain: Evaluating Presenting Symptoms in Elderly Patients
Nov 20, 2009 · The location of the sensation depends on the sensory dermatome or the area supplied by a spinal accessory nerve. Sensory loss implies interruption of the sensory fibers below the …
Examination, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Piriformis Syndrome
Jun 23, 2022 · Two specialists provide an overview of the syndrome, which is often characterized by pain in the buttocks and leg. They discuss differential diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Varicella Zoster Virus Infection During Pregnancy - Medscape
Mar 3, 2005 · The rash is painful and is usually confined to a dermatome. Serious life-threatening complications of the infection include pneumonia (up to 20% of pregnant patients) and encephalitis …
NICE Backs Paperclip-Sized Sensor for Heart Failure Care
2 days ago · The CardioMEMS HF System enables daily home monitoring and has been shown to reduce hospital admissions in high-risk patients with chronic heart failure.
Pink Noise Could Be Wrecking Your Sleep - Medscape
5 days ago · Dr F. Perry Wilson shares the latest evidence about the use of ‘pink noise’ as a remedy for poor sleep quality and duration.
Pediatrics News - Index - Medscape
3 days ago · Read full-text medical journal articles from Medscape's Pediatrics News.
Chlorthalidone Increases Kidney Stone Recurrence - Medscape
Apr 11, 2025 · A secondary analysis of the DCP shows that, compared with hydrochlorothiazide, chlorthalidone significantly increases the risk of kidney stones — but only among those with prior …
ESC 2025 Updates Dyslipidaemia Guidelines - Medscape
Sep 9, 2025 · European experts now recommend imaging and a lower LDL target of 40 mg/dL for extreme-risk patients, marking a shift towards personalised care.
Bell's Palsy: What to Know in Primary Care - Medscape
Mar 25, 2024 · Dr Kevin Fernando discusses the diagnosis and treatment of Bell's palsy.