Prostatic Disorders and Erectile Dysfunction
Prostatic Disorders and Erectile Dysfunction Virginia P. Arcangelo Disorders of the prostate appear as part of the normal aging process and also as abnormalities distinct from normal aging. Often, it…
Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary Tract Infection Virginia P. Arcangelo Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a broad term used to describe inflammation of the urethra, bladder, and kidney. Bacteria, yeast, or chemical irritants can…
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease David Dinh Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a generic term used to describe two main chronic inflammatory conditions of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract: Crohn disease (CD) and…
Constipation, Diarrhea, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Constipation, Diarrhea, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome Veronica F. Wilbur Functional bowel disorders of the lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract can include symptoms of hypogastric cramping, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation. Constipation…
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Peptic Ulcer Disease
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Peptic Ulcer Disease Alice Lim Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcer disease (PUD) are two disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract that can cause tissue…
Nausea and Vomiting
Nausea and Vomiting Virginia P. Arcangelo Veronica F. Wilbur Nausea and vomiting are common complaints in humans. The severity of the event can range from a slight discomfort or queasiness…
Bronchitis and Pneumonia
Bronchitis and Pneumonia Andrew J. Grimone Virginia P. Arcangelo Eric T. Wittbrodt ACUTE BRONCHITIS In the United States, acute bronchitis is diagnosed in 5% of adults and accounts for over…
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Karen J. Tietze Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by chronic progressive airflow limitation. COPD typically is thought of as chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema. However,…
Upper Respiratory Infections
Upper Respiratory Infections Karleen Melody Anisha B. Grover Upper respiratory tract infections (URIs), including the common cold and rhinosinusitis, are some of the most common problems seen in primary care….
