ADHD
ADHD and Addiction May Share Genetic Basis
Impulsivity underlies some types of ADHD, as well as substance abuse.
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Dermatology
Flushing
Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? What you should be alert for in the history The following questions are helpful in narrowing down the differential diagnosis of the flushing patient: – Is the flushing intermittent or persistent? – If the flushing is intermittent, how long do the episodes of flushing last? – How often do…
Dermatology
Lichen Spinulosus (Keratosis Spinulosa)
Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? What you should be alert for in the history Characteristic findings on physical examination Lichen spinulosus is a rare dermatosis that typically presents in children to young adults as asymptomatic, but at times mildly pruritic, small flesh-colored follicular keratotic spiny papules, usually arranged in plaque-like 2 to 6cm symmetric…
Bipolar Disorder
Adolescents, Young Adults With Bipolar Disorder More Likely to Contract STIs
Psychiatrists can help adolescent and young adult patients with bipolar disorder address risky sexual behavior and can provide regular medication intervention to reduce the risk for STIs.
Dermatology
Psoriasis: Erythrodermic and Pustular Variants
Psoriasis, Erythrodermic and Pustular variants, ICD-9 696.1 Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease process involving immune-mediated cutaneous inflammation and keratinocyte proliferation. The diagnosis is based upon a combination of both history and physical examination parameters. Typically, psoriasis is characterized by scaly, erythematous patches, papules, and plaques that are…
Addiction
Inhibition of Brain Circuitry May Be Effective in Binge Drinking
Findings from study may eventually lead to expanded treatment options for binge drinking.
Dermatology
Psoriasis
Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease process involving immune-mediated cutaneous inflammation and keratinocyte proliferation. The diagnosis is based upon a combination of both history and physical examination parameters. Typically, psoriasis is characterized by scaly, erythematous patches, papules, and plaques that are often pruritic and can be painful. The…
Addiction
Are Behavioral Addictions “Real” Addictions?
Behavioral addictions have consequences and should be taken as seriously as substance addictions.
Addiction
Daily Pain Variations Associated With Opioid Cravings
Cravings can be affected by variables such as sex, negative affect, and history of SUD, but few studies have examined the impact of day-to-day changes in pain intensity.
Dermatology
Hemochromatosis
Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? Hemochromatosis is a condition in which the absorption of iron from the intestinal mucosa is in excess of the loss of iron or of an individual’s need. It is a progressive disease, usually affecting adults, which leads to retention and damage in parenchymal tissues including the liver, heart, pancreas…
