Hypertensive Crisis: Approach and Management
Summary Hypertensive crisis is a widespread health problem since the prevalence of hypertension in adult patients is increasing over time. The high percentage of patients…
An Overview of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Summary Mild traumatic brain injury is a clinical syndrome caused by direct or indirect head trauma, classified with a Glasgow Coma Scale of 13-15. It…
Acute Asthma Exacerbation, an Overview
Summary Acute asthma exacerbations are characterized by acute or subacute episodes of shortness of breath, cough, wheezing, and chest tightness, or some combination of these…
Acute Upper Respiratory Infections
Acute Upper Respiratory Infections Summary Acute Upper Respiratory tract infections are the most common infections worldwide. They range from mild forms of disease to severe…
Acute Vestibular Symptoms: an Approach to Diagnosis and Management
Summary Acute vestibular symptoms include manifestations like vertigo, dizziness, lightheadedness, and unsteadiness, among others. They are a common concern in patients presenting to the acute…
Diagnosis and Management of Anaphylaxis in Adults
Summary Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition that results from a type I hypersensitivity reaction to a certain allergen. Although an uncommon disorder, the diagnosis and…
Acute Uncomplicated Pyelonephritis in Adults
Summary Uncomplicated pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection of the upper urinary tract, most commonly produced by Escherichia coli. In most cases, the infection spreads from…
Community-Acquired Pneumonia in Adults
Summary Community-acquired Pneumonia is a common infection of the lower respiratory tract, most commonly produced by bacterial pathogens. The pathophysiology of community-acquired pneumonia consists of…
Acute Headache in Adults
Summary Acute headache is a common presentation among patients consulting primary care or emergency departments. Acute headaches are classified according to the International Classification of…