Dr. Goodheart describes the physical findings, clinical manifestations, differential diagnosis, and treatment options. MD Primary care clinicians not only can diagnose interstitial cystitis but also can offer several treatment protocols. Diseases of autoimmunity predominate in women. Robert G. Lahita, MD, PhD, speaks with us about the female prevalence of autoimmunity, the role of female hormones, and the recent discoveries that may change management of autoimmune diseases. 170 Practical Strategies for Treating Hot Flashes Donna Shoupe, MD Treatment for hot flashes should be tailored to reflect symptom severity, the patient's current and past health history, her menopausal status, and her preferences, values, and concerns.
Nonpharmacologic interventions are an important accompaniment to medical therapy.
Back Pain Central obesity and loss of muscle mass in the trunk and lower extremity have been associated with chronic low back pain. A new study shows this correlation applies only to women with nonsciatic pain. In the late 18th century, milkmaids were famous for their beauty. They rarely contracted smallpox, which pitted the faces of high and low alike. The physician Edward Jenner thought this more than just fortuitous, and he changed medical history with the hand of a milkmaid named Sarah Nelmes.