Plummer’s nails
Onycholysis occurring in the setting of hyperthyroidism is classically referred to as Plummer’s nails. This condition typically runs a chronic clinical course…
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Hounsfield Unit Chart
The Hounsfield unit (HU) measures the attenuation of X-rays by tissue. It is defined as the ratio of the intensity of the…
Read articleClomid or Testosterone injections in male hypogonadism
Male hypogonadism is a medical condition in which the testicles do not produce enough testosterone. Symptoms include reduced sex drive, erectile dysfunction,…
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Serotonin syndrome mnemonic
Serotonin syndrome is a condition that occurs when there is too much serotonin in the body. Serotonin is a chemical that acts…
Read articleHypoparathyroidism mnemonic
Hypoparathyroidism is a condition in which the parathyroid glands are underactive and do not produce enough parathyroid hormone. This can lead to…
Read articleThe foods to avoid with trulicity
When it comes to managing diabetes, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why the team at Lilly created Trulicity –– a once-weekly…
Read articleDifferential diagnosis of hypocalcemia
The differential diagnosis of hypocalcemia is broad. The most common cause of hypocalcemia is inadvertent postsurgical hypoparathyroidism. Autosomal Dominant hypocalcemia An activating…
Read articleDiazoxide Mechanism of Action
Diazoxide works by blocking the release of insulin from the pancreas, thus allowing recovery from hypoglycemia in, most commonly, pediatric patients with…
Read articleSugar Substitutes and Diabetes
Sugar substitutes are used to replace sugar in foods and drinks. There are many different types of sugar substitutes, some of which…
Read articleHow to Store Insulin
All unopened insulin should be kept in the refrigerator at 36°- 46°F (2.2°-7.7°C). Once insulin is in use, it should be kept at…
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