Side effects of prednisone
Prednisone is a synthetic glucocorticoid (a steroid hormone released during periods of stress) commonly used for inflammatory conditions. Glucocorticoids (stress hormones) are…
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Aequanimitas
The Latin word aequanimitas (refers to aequo animo, “with even mind” or “equanimity” or “impartiality”) is often used in medical circles to…
Read articleDexamethasone Suppression Test Interpretation
What is the Dexamethasone Suppression Test (DST)? The original protocol for assessing Cushing’s syndrome was first described in the 1960s. Liddle’s protocol…
Read articleWhat is hungry bone syndrome
Hungry Bone Syndrome (HBS) is a relatively rare but significant clinical complication that can occur after parathyroidectomy or other treatments for hyperparathyroidism.…
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How does bromocriptine work in prolactinoma
The mechanism of action of bromocriptine and cabergoline and their clinical application in the management of prolactinomas will be reviewed. Physiology Regulation of…
Read articleCritical appraisal of research : A how-to guide
Critical appraisal is the process of assessing the quality of a piece of research. This is an essential step in determining whether…
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Diabetes and Exercise Guidelines
Regular activity is a key part of managing diabetes. When you are active, your cells become more sensitive to insulin, and the…
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What is Hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia is a condition in which the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood is too low. It can be dangerous, especially…
Read articleMini-CEX
The mini clinical evaluation exercise (mini-CEX) is a performance-based assessment method that evaluates various core competencies approved by the Accreditation Council for…
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Aldosterone Escape Mechanism
Aldosterone escape has been applied to two pathophysiologic states encountered in practice. The first is the classic “aldosterone escape” of primary hyperaldosteronism.…
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