Hirsutism in Women - American Family Physician
Aug 1, 2019 - Hirsutism is the excessive growth of terminal hair in a typical male pattern in a female. It is often a sign of excessive androgen levels. Although many conditions can lead to hirsutism, polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hyperandrogenism account for more than 85% of cases. Less ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/0801/p168.html
Infantile Hemangioma: AAP Releases Guideline for Management - Practice Guidelines - ...
Aug 1, 2019 - Infantile hemangiomas are the most common benign tumors of childhood, occurring in up to approximately 5% of infants. These benign vascular tumors are small, self-resolving, and do not require treatment.
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/0801/p186.html
Oral Contraceptives and Antiandrogens Most Effective for Hirsutism Pharmacotherapy - ...
Jan 1, 2019 - Combination oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) are an excellent treatment option for women desiring medical therapy for hirsutism. Based on this meta-analysis, an accompanying practice guideline recommends adding an antiandrogen, such as finasteride (Propecia), if there is an inadequate ...
American Family Physician : POEMs
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/0101/p55.html
Skin Conditions - American Family Physician
Nov 15, 2019 - This collection features AFP content on common skin conditions and related issues, including acne, dermatitis, dermatologic emergencies, generalized rash, lichen planus, nail disorders, newborn skin, office procedures, premalignant lesions, and psoriasis. This collection features AFP ...
- Examination, Signs, Symptoms
- Acne
- Cancer, Premalignant Lesions
- Dermatitis
- Folliculitis
- Hyperhidrosis
- Infections
- Lichen Planus
- Nail Disorders
- Psoriasis
- Procedures
- Ulcers
- Editorials and Letters
- Improving Practice
American Family Physician : AFP By Topic
https://www.aafp.org/afp/topicModules/viewTopicModule.htm?topicModuleId=21
Venous Ulcers: Diagnosis and Treatment - American Family Physician
Sep 1, 2019 - Venous ulcers are the most common type of chronic lower extremity ulcers, affecting 1% to 3% of the U.S. population. Venous hypertension as a result of venous reflux (incompetence) or obstruction is thought to be the primary underlying mechanism for venous ulcer formation. Risk factors ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/0901/p298.html
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