Adolescent Medicine
Reviews
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: A complex disease
Most people who carry its mutations are never affected, but in rare cases some die suddenly at a young age.
Reviews
The female athlete triad: It takes a team
An energy deficit from increased exercise, decreased intake, or both can suppress the menstrual cycle and lead to bone loss.
Editorial
Make no bones about it!
It is important to diagnose and treat the female athlete triad to maintain optimal bone health.
Reviews
Concussion: Evaluation and management
Initial therapy involves several days of cognitive and physical rest, then a gradual return to activities.
From the Editor
Understanding the bell-ringing of concussion
Back in the day, if we could count the coach’s fingers, we could go back into the game. Now we are more attuned to injury.
The Clinical Picture
Swelling of both arms and chest after push-ups
Symptoms of rhabdomyolysis: myalgia, muscle weakness, dark urine, and, in some, muscle swelling.
Reviews
Vulvovaginitis: Find the cause to treat it
The cause is usually infectious, but noninfectious causes should also be considered, and differentiating them can be challenging.
Reviews
Taurine, energy drinks, and neuroendocrine effects
Taurine is a major ingredient in popular energy drinks, but little is known about its neuroendocrine effects.
The Clinical Picture
Plexiform neurofibroma
A 19-year-old woman presented with diffuse swelling on her neck and face that had been growing gradually for 12 years.
Reviews
Best practices in LGBT care: A guide for primary care physicians
Myths, disparities, and a step-by-step approach to the care of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender patients.