Eyes

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chapter 28 Eyes INTRODUCTION Essential ocular conditions likely to present to a general practitioner also overlap to some extent with those seen in the emergency department. We start with important…

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Joints and connective tissues

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chapter 33 Joints and connective tissues INTRODUCTION In order to diagnose and manage the patient presenting with musculoskeletal symptoms, it is important to distinguish whether the pathology is arising primarily…

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Gynaecology

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chapter 52 Gynaecology INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Gynaecology is a large part of any general practice, and the conditions described below are part of a general practitioner’s everyday experience. While we…

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Musculoskeletal medicine

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chapter 34 Musculoskeletal medicine INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Musculoskeletal medicine (MSM) is that branch of medicine dealing with the conservative management of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including the muscles, aponeuroses,…

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Blood

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chapter 22 Blood INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW This chapter examines the management of patients with haematological disorders likely to be encountered in general practice. Haematology in general practice involves the care…

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Cardiology

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chapter 25 Cardiology INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Cardiovascular disorders are encountered very frequently in the primary care setting. In developed or affluent countries, cardiovascular disease is still the most common cause…

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Endocrinology

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chapter 29 Endocrinology INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW Endocrine problems are important in the general practice setting, for a range of reasons. First, they are common enough to occur regularly, either as…

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Ear, nose and throat

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chapter 27 Ear, nose and throat INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW This chapter is a brief summation of commonly encountered otolaryngology, head and neck issues in general practice. It is not exhaustive…

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Neurology

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chapter 36 Neurology INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW This chapter discusses the more common neurological symptoms and disorders encountered in general practice, and some of the less-common classic neurological problems that are…

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Allergies

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chapter 21 Allergies INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW The purpose of this chapter is to introduce you to the basics of allergy, what the practitioner should know in order to plan an…

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