Bebout Family Medicine
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I read about a new study published in JAMA. I find this exciting. There is promising data coming out that states that non-complicated acute appendicitis may be adequately treated with antibiotics. I have always been taught that appendicitis is a surgical condition. End of story. It now seems that that may not be the case. […]
Hand, Foot, and Mouth disease and Herpangina are two common ailments of childhood that cause oral lesions. They are both caused by Enteroviruses but particularly the various strains of Coxsackievirus A. Even though immunity is conferred after infection, a child can get the disease again if they encounter another strain. HFMD usually occurs in the […]
Influenza is a common and potentially dangerous respiratory illness. The amount of effect it has on the general population in terms of overall illness and loss of work/school time is staggering. Influenza is an upper respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses A&B. These viruses are prevalent in the environment but peak illness seems to occur […]
Chronic Venous disease is a spectrum of conditions affecting the vascular system of the lower extremities. This can include venous insufficiency, venous reflux, and venous dilation. The essential underlying cause of this condition falls on venous hypertension. This differs in that the venous system was not designed to carry a high pressure load. Venous […]
Fall is here. It is time, given the season and school crowding issues, for us to begin seeing an influx of pediatric illnesses. I will give a breakdown of several common ailments and what to look for. Let’s start with Roseola. Roseola (Roseola infantum, exanthem subitum) Roseola is a febrile rash that is very common […]
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