Graves disease and pregnancy
Graves’ disease is an autoimmune thyroid disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones. This can lead to several symptoms, including…
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What Is Diabetes Mellitus? A Comprehensive Guide for Patients
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the body fails to produce enough insulin…
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Chvostek sign is a medical condition that results in the twitching of ipsilateral facial muscles. It is caused by a deficiency of…
Read articlePrimary Hyperparathyroidism: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients
Primary hyperparathyroidism is a condition in which one or more of the parathyroid glands become overactive and produce too much of the…
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Fructosamine to A1c Conversion Calculator
In patients with diabetes mellitus, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and plasma glucose (random or fasting) are typically utilized in monitoring patient response to…
Read articleTirzepatide – A twincretin
Tirzepatide (brand name Mounjaro) is a GIP/GLP-1 agonist produced by Eli Lilly and company that was recently approved by the FDA for the…
Read articleProlactinoma
Prolactinomas are the most common type of pituitary tumor, accounting for approximately 40% of all cases. They are generally benign and occur…
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Cabergoline for Acromegaly
The mechanism of action of cabergoline and its clinical application in the management of acromegaly will be reviewed. Physiology Growth hormone physiology and…
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The mechanism of action of pegvisomant and its clinical application in the management of acromegaly will be reviewed. Physiology Growth hormone and…
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The mechanism of action of somatostatin analog therapy and its clinical application in managing acromegaly will be reviewed. Physiology The role of…
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