Two patients present with similar cutaneous growths—one a series of ulcerative lesions on the lower leg, and the other a painless forearm lesion.

A 24-year-old woman presented with a six-year history of a recurring, somewhat painful and pruritic palmar rash that developed on either hand within minutes of exposure to water.

A laparoscopic approach leads to relief of the patient's gastroesophageal reflux, uneventful surgery, and a smooth recovery

One month after starting a new chemotherapeutic drug, the patient sought treatment for painful peeling and redness on her hands and feet.

An 83-year-old male with an osteoporotic compression fracture of the second lumbar vertebra (L2), sustained in a fall, complained of continuing pain despite conservative treatment for the past 3 weeks.

Prevention and treatment guidelines for osteoporosis frequently overlook that the disease can affect men. In fact, men fare much worse than women after a fracture.

There are changes in the wind for patients with osteoporosis and their clinicians. But don't underestimate currently available therapies.

Osteoporosis is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, especially if it results in a hip fracture. Within the year following hip fracture, 12% to 20% of patients die, more than 30% have permanent disabilities, and more than 50% can never live independently again. Ten million Americans have osteoporosis, and an additional 18 million with osteopenia are at risk.

Five months of treatment with corticosteroids and antibiotics did not relieve the scaly plaques on a man's scalp, cheeks, trunk, genitals, and legs.

Each of the three primary modalities—plain films, diagnostic ultrasound, and CT scan—must be weighed against their strengths and weaknesses.