The Journal of family practice
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► myalgias and progressive symmetrical proximal weakness ► history of unilateral renal agenesis, type 2 diabetes, and hyperlipidemia.
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Optimizing your care requires that you distinguish between provoked and unprovoked seizures and focus on key elements of the patient's history.
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Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, or NASH, is the most severe form of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). If left untreated, NASH can develop into advanced liver disease, such as cirrhosis. Moreover, patients with NASH and cirrhosis are also at increased risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma. Therefore, early detection and intervention are key components to prevent disease progression, particularly in the primary care setting where many patients with NASH are typically encountered.
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Poor sleep negatively affects hormones that govern the food reward system and can interfere with weight-loss programs. Obesity in turn restricts sleep. Which treatments have shown promise?
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Upon completion of this activity, participants will:Have increased knowledge regarding the Mechanistic differences between proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and potassium-competitive acid blockers (PCABs) Evidence comparing PPIs with PCABs for the treatment of GERD and EE Have greater competence related to Selecting evidence-based treatments for EE.