Vol 38 No 4

April 14, 2021

A guide to recognizing the female and male athlete triad in young athletes.

April 12, 2021

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that affects 15% to 20% of children and 1% to 3% of adults in the United States. The prevalence of atopic dermatitis, which is also known as eczema, is increasing in developing and industrialized countries.

April 09, 2021

A 19-year-old young woman presents with rapid onset weight loss. What's the diagnosis?

April 08, 2021

Over the past 9 years, a number of states have legalized the recreational use of marijuana in adults aged 21 years and older. Although teenagers aren't legally allowed to consume the substance, the legalization for adults can make it more available to teenagers and young adults. This article covers the latest evidence and offers recommendations for talking to teenagers.

April 07, 2021

Plant-based proteins may be healthier for our bodies and the environment, but there’s not much guidance on these types of diets for children.

April 06, 2021

The medicine cabinet can be a potential source of prescription drugs for teenagers to misuse. This article offers advice on discussing the hazards of such misuse with adolescents.

April 05, 2021

For some patients, the traditional Papanicolaou (Pap) test can be a traumatic event that shouldn't happen. An investigation examines whether a blind Pap test, which doesn't use a speculum, could be an adequate substitute.

April 02, 2021

Surgery was the top treatment choice for pectus carinatum, but a long-running study indicates that using a brace is the choice for better outcomes.

April 01, 2021

Telemedicine has been shown to be an effective way to provide care. A study examines its efficacy in managing epilepsy.