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ECG Pointers looks at ventricular tachycardia.
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This post summarizes the major IDSA guidelines updates on the treatment of complicated UTI.
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A 28-year-old otherwise healthy male presents for an acute episode of bilateral lower extremity weakness causing him to fall in the bathroom. The episode started approximately 30 minutes prior to arrival. He had a similar episode three months prior which resolved quickly during his ED visit. Neuro exam includes intact
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Multiple sclerosis
Immune-mediated, demyelinating disease, separated in time and space, females > males
Presents with exacerbations, med complications, or some other condition (most common)
New neuro symptom = true exacerbation -> steroids
Worsening of prior neuro symptoms = pseudoexacerbation -> find and treat underlying trigger (infection)
Avoid fever; worsens symptoms
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