This content is machine translated Chronic inflammatory dermatoses Atopic dermatitis rarely comes alone – an update on important comorbidities. According to current understanding, atopic dermatitis is a T cell-mediated chronic inflammatory dermatosis, whereby the systemic inflammation may also affect extracutaneous body compartments. In addition to the comorbidity risks described…
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated GINA Guideline 2020 New weapon at level 5 The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) has also updated its recommendations for asthma management in 2020. The most important announcement in it for the occasion: during the COVID-19 pandemic, patients…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Reduce exacerbation rate and improve quality of life Assessment of symptoms and exacerbation risks is central to effective drug therapy. The ABCD risk classification serves as a basis for this. Here, the indication for therapy is based on…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Lumbar back pain Early differentiation pays off One of the most common reasons for consultation in primary care practices and emergency departments is lumbar back pain. A 2012 systematic review estimated a global point prevalence of activity-limiting… CME-Test
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Abdominal pain Clarify upper abdominal complaints – set the right course Differential diagnosis plays an important role in the workup of epigastric pain. The correct interpretation of the leading symptom, pain pattern and localization can lead the way to successful therapy.…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1-RA) Type 2 diabetics benefit from dulaglutide in several ways The ADA/EASD guidelines recommend individualized therapy choices for type 2 diabetics. GLP-1 receptor agonists not only improve glycemic control, but also support weight loss, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease,…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Study Overview What’s new in the world of cardiology? Scientific research is constantly being pursued, enabling advances to be made time and again in the therapeutic management of cardiological diseases. The most interesting study results around pericarditis, chronic coronary…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Cannabis in medicine Alternative treatment options: which application is indicated when Cannabis-based medicines have been shaping the therapeutic landscape for a few years now, especially in multiple sclerosis or pain medicine. Since many treatment options are insufficiently effective, complementary or alternative…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Rheumatoid arthritis Don’t miss the window of opportunity for disease-modifying therapy In recent years, it has been recognized that therapeutic success depends crucially on early disease-modifying therapy (DMARD), which can bring disease activity under control. This requires collaborative multidisciplinary care. The…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Medical technology innovations Digital health platform and “high tech” diagnostic systems During the corona pandemic, demand for “digital health” services increased significantly. Interactive and straightforward access to healthcare meets a current need. However, in order to ensure the necessary medical care…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Corona pandemic Diabetes patients with COVID-19: current expert assessment. Poorly controlled diabetes is a risk factor for severe COVID-19 progression. Therefore, especially during the corona pandemic, the best possible blood glucose control is crucial. However, it has been shown…
