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Mycosis fungoides; circumscribed erythematous lesions in a toddler; large abdominal ecchymotic mass . . . some of the challenges for you in this quiz.

Confluent, Hyperpigmented Plaques

Data from pivotal international phase III clinical trials showed superior efficacy, safety, and convenience for a new wave of direct-acting oral agents. The breakthrough will benefit physicians in all practice settings, including primary care.

Breakthrough at ACG 2013: Oral-Only Treatment for Chronic Hepatitis C

Iron deficiency seen in restless leg syndrome is identified as an important secondary cause and supplementation helps relieve symptoms.

If RLS Is Presumed, Order a Serum Ferritin Level

Restless leg syndrome is characterized by an urge to move the upper or lower extremities that is usually induced by rest.

Restless Leg Syndrome: An Urge to Move Triggered by Rest

Coinfection with HIV and HCV presents a problem: many of the drugs used routinely to treat HIV have adverse interactions with the newer, and older, treatments for HCV.

HCV and HIV: Similarities, Differences, and Treatment of Coinfection

Eosinophilic ascites is an extremely rare presenting sign of hypereosinophilic syndrome.

Ascites as the Presenting Sign of Hypereosinophilic Syndrome

Syncope accompanied by a sensation of coldness preceded a fall in this 67-year-old woman. She had a similar experience 6 months earlier.

Syncope and Recurrent Vertigo in an Older Woman

IDA is commonly seen in IBD as a result of iron malabsorption and, ironically, chronic blood loss through disrupted mucosal surfaces.

Iron deficiency Anemia in IBD: These Patients Need Primary Care

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Medical News You May Have Missed - Week of March 4th

Peginesatide, an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent, has been associated with sometimes fatal hypersensitivity reactions and recalled by the manufacturer.