Orthostatic hypotension is quite common and increases in prevalence as people age over 65. It is also associated with conditions like type 2 diabetes and Parkinson’s. It is important that we consider it in patients presenting through urgent care.
The Bennett Fracture, with two T’s, is an intra-articular fracture of the base of the 1st metacarpal that requires referral to the orthopaedic surgeons.
Seeing a human and a rock communicate to save the world highlights how the right type of communication technique is needed, in the right setting, and at the right time, to ensure clarity and prevent error.
The Essex-Lopresti Fracture is a radial head fracture with dislocation of the DRUJ, and an associated tearing of the IO membrane. They are often missed and have delayed diagnoses. With the right mechanism of injury we must carefully examine the forearm for not just pain, but also laxity.
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Adult onset Still Disease is a rare condition that presents with intermittent high fevers, arthralgia and a salmon pink rash.
In cases of Fournier’s Gangrene, and necrotising fasciitis in general, early detection and treatment is vital. Risk factors help raise the concern and knowing about SGLT-2 inhibitors as an evolving risk factor is important.
Pica is an eating disorder that can cause abdominal symptoms, obstruction, poisoning, parasitic infections and is associated with iron deficiency anaemia. We should be aware of it in the urgent care setting.
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The Kager fat pad is seen in lateral radiographs of the ankle, and the loss or alteration of this pad can indicate injury or pathology in that region.