Urinalysis - Urine Dipstick Interpretation
An approach to interpreting urinalysis, particularly urine dipstick interpretation. Includes main differentials for each test on the dipstick, alongside tips on urine inspection prior to dipping, as w...
12 Juni 8min
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) explained, including pathophysiology, causes and a mnemonic for SLE symptoms (SOAP BRAIN MD). We also cover the EULAR / ACR diagnostic criteria for SLE, as well as S...
1 Juni 12min
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardiac Syndrome (POTS) explained, including proposed pathophysiology, as well as different subtypes. We also review signs and symptoms of POTS, as well as POTS diagnosis and...
20 Maj 8min
Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis explained including anaphylaxis pathophysiology (immunologic vs non immunologic), clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment. Includes recognition of airway compromise, use of intramuscul...
4 Maj 12min
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia vs Prostate Cancer
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Prostate Cancer explained looking at the key differences in each including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options. Includes Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia pathophysio...
13 Apr 13min
Topical Steroid Potency
A look at topical steroid potency (including a memory tool to remember them), including topical steroid preparations. We also cover topical steroid effects and topical steroid withdrawal, as well as f...
30 Mars 6min
Giant Cell Arteritis (Temporal Arteritis)
Giant Cell Arteritis (Temporal Arteritis) explained, including pathophysiology and symptoms, as well as GCA diagnosis and treatment. PDFs available here: https://rhesusmedicine.com/pages/rheumatolog...
17 Mars 6min
