An 86-year-old man presented with unexplained right-sided headache and vision loss. Workup evaluating for giant cell arteritis, orbital apex syndrome and other conditions eventually leads to the diagnosis of orbital fungal infection.
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A 63-year-old man with COPD reports exacerbation resembling COVID-19. This case study explores the use of virtual visits in determining diagnosis and managing treatment.
Pleuritic Chest Pain and Shortness of Breath in a 76-year-old Man with a Recent PE
This case outlines a comprehensive workup for a complicated case of chest pain and shortness of breath following a recent pulmonary embolism. What is the correct diagnosis for a 76-year-old man?
Eyes of the Mimicker: Ocular Syphilis
This patient’s ocular syphilis presented with white-centered retinal hemorrhages, subhyaloid hemorrhage and optic disc edema.
Adult Onset Still’s Disease: Early Diagnosis and Treatment Increases Likelihood of Recovery
A case reminding physicians that rare conditions should be kept in the differential diagnosis of unusual presentations.
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Secondary Syphilis – A Case Report
This case illustrates the diagnosis and treatment of syphilis, a reemerging condition worth a quick refresher for clinicians.
Images of Note: Phrenic Nerve Paralysis
This case illustrates the importance of recognizing symptomatic phrenic nerve paralysis as a result of local infiltration of anesthetic from supraclavicular brachial plexus block.
Images of Note: Grey Turner and Cullen Signs
The appearance of ecchymoses in the periumbilical area or flank is considered a hallmark of acute pancreatitis, but other conditions can cause this discoloration.
Statin Intolerance Doesn’t Always Preclude Long-Term Treatment
Many patients previously statin-intolerant can tolerate a subsequent statin trial. Intermittent statin dosing can be effective and may even result in the reduction of LDL-C levels and the attainment of LDL-C goals