Male Central Hypogonadism Secondary to Exogenous Androgens
What misperceptions about treatment for anabolic steroid-induced hypogonadism are found on the internet?......[Read More]
Silent Renal Stones in Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Should patients with hyperparathyroidism be screened for nephrolithiasis? What if they're asymptomatic?......[Read More]
Ask the Experts - Herbalife Diet Supplements
Is it safe to prescribe high-protein soy shake and multivitamins/trace elements capsules with fiber supplements (eg, Herbalife) for weight reduction to (1) the general population; (2) diabetics (types 1 and 2); (3) patients with coronary artery disease?......[Read More]
Exenatide's Effect on Beta-cell Function in New Onset T2DM
Does daily GLP-1 receptor agonist use improve beta-cell function?......[Read More]
Vitamin D in the Etiology and Management of PCOS
Should women with PCOS receive vitamin D supplementation?......[Read More]
ACE inhibitors for diabetic patients with normal BP and AER?
Do the clinical data support using ACE inhibitors in this group of patients?......[Read More]
Diabetes Education Targeted to Racial/Ethnic Minority Groups
Educational programs targeted to minority groups demonstrate a positive effect on diabetes knowledge.......[Read More]
Ghrelin Does Not Mediate the Somatotroph and Corticotroph
The physiological role of ghrelin in the control of somatotroph function is still a matter of debate.......[Read More]
Study of Adrenal Crises in Adults With Adrenal Insufficiency
Are you aware of these underlying causes of adrenal crisis?......[Read More]
What Is the Best Approach to Managing Glucocorticoid-induced Osteoporosis?
Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis is common. What treatments should be given to the patient to prevent a future risk of fractures?......[Read More]
Progesterone Increases Thyroxine
Is thyroid function altered by progesterone therapy given for hot flashes?......[Read More]
Serum Selenium Is Low in Newly Diagnosed Graves' Disease
Is this trace mineral necessary for proper thyroid function?......[Read More]
Review of Oral Cholecystographic Agents for Hyperthyroidism
Learn about efficacy of oral cholecystographic agents for thyrotoxicosis.......[Read More]
PPAR-y Expression in Pituitary Tumors and Functional Activity of Glitazones
This study suggests that the antiproliferative action of rosiglitazone is probably not via PPAR-gamma.......[Read More]
Effects of Bariatric Surgery on Cardiovascular Function
Does weight loss associated with bariatric surgery improve cardiac function?......[Read More]
Opioid Endocrinopathy
Are opioids adverse effects more of a "pain" than you realized? Learn how opioids may be associated with hypogonadism, adrenal insufficiency, and other endocrine disorders.......[Read More]
Obesity and Impaired Fasting Glucose Depending on GGT Levels
New research finds that serum GGT may have a role in the pathogenesis of impaired fasting glucose.......[Read More]
Pediatric DKA Management in the Era of Standardization
How can hospitals better manage pediatric DKA?......[Read More]
Altered Platelets' Morphological Parameters in Kids With T1D
Do patients with type 1 diabetes have platelet hyperreactivity?......[Read More]
Key Points in the ADA's New Diabetes Guidelines
Dr. Anne Peters discusses what's new and what remains important in the American Diabetes Association's 2014 revision of its Standards of Care for diabetes.......[Read More]