Rare Diseases
Case Reports
Easy bruising • low platelet count • recent cold-like illness • Dx?
Case Reports
Hyperthyroidism • myalgia • rapidly progressing paralysis • Dx?
Photo Rounds
Annular plaques on the back and flanks
The combination of a ring-shaped rash on the patient’s torso and a foot infection led us to the diagnosis.
Conference Coverage
International study characterizes male breast cancer
Key clinical point: Male breast cancers are similar to female cancers in terms of tumor characteristics and long-term outcomes. Major finding:...
News
Bisphosphonates may protect against endometrial cancer
Key clinical point: Women with a history of bisphosphonate use had a reduced risk of developing endometrial cancer. Major finding: The endometrial...
News
FDA approves PARP-inhibitor for ovarian cancer
News
FDA approves newborn screening test for SCID
News
North America has highest rate of obesity-related cancers
Case Reports
Bilateral hand cramping and weakness • broad fingers • coarse facial features • Dx?
Photo Rounds
Preeclampsia and swelling
News
Bariatric surgery an opportunity to screen for endometrial cancer
Key clinical point: Bariatric surgery may provide a useful opportunity to screen morbidly obese women for endometrial cancer. Major finding:...