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If the thought of conducting an intimate examination or attempting to wield (without any embarrassing pitfalls) the contraption that is the speculum is enough to fill you with apprehension-...
Artificial intelligence (AI) has gone from a niche, often misunderstood concept to a highly relevant (albeit still frequently misunderstood) topic that is prevalent in discussions across...
Urinalysis is the physical and chemical examination of a urine sample. It is a common procedure that can be done quickly and yields important clinical information. This article will...
Our referral cheat sheet is our most popular resource with over 50,000 downloads! It has key information to provide when referring to every specialty.
Special thanks to Drs Ben Turner...
Facial pain is common, and it can be not easy to form a certain diagnosis. In this article, we will provide a differential for the causes of facial pain and key features to consider....
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The following article has been written by David Birch. David is a paramedic aiming to increase awareness of managing Autism amongst healthcare professionals, particularly paramedics...
In the intensive care unit, junior medical staff conduct and present daily reviews of their patients to seniors to guide the planning of care on the ward round.This may well seem daunting...
Right, we’ve all been there. You’re starving after finished a long day, have forgotten the shops close at 4pm on Sunday, or simply can’t find the energy to chop onions and garlic in...
Prescribing IV fluids in paediatrics is different to adult medicine and requires a bit more thinking and some maths. This article breaks down prescribing fluid boluses, maintenance...
Skin cancer is usually categorised as melanoma or nonmelanoma skin cancer, the latter including squamous cell (SCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC).
Risk factors
Basal cell carcinoma
Squamous...
Pupil size results from the activity of sympathetic and parasympathetic stimulation to the muscles of the iris. Under normal circumstances, bright light causes pupil constriction (miosis)...
Hand infections are a common presentation, they can spread rapidly and cause damage to local structures and therefore require prompt identification and treatment.
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Hand infections...
Introduction
Papilloedema is optic disc swelling which is specifically secondary to raised intracranial pressure (ICP). It is nearly always bilateral and can be asymmetrical. [1]
The...
Amblyopia is a childhood cause of visual impairment. It occurs due to abnormal visual development in early life, particularly the cortical visual pathway. It is often described as a...
As a foundation doctor, caring for patients who deteriorate rapidly and/or are critically unwell can be daunting.Intensive care units provide the highest-level care for patients within...
