There have been >100 patients identified as having Mpox in the UK during the current outbreak. Most of these cases have been amongst men who have sex with men.
Reports have suggested that although lesions occur any where including palms and soles. Genital lessons and lymphadenopathy are very common
March 2024 – UKHSA warn there is increasing cases in DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo), so stay vigilant in travellers from central Africa.
The prevalence of diseases transmitted by tick bite have increased in recent years, within the UK. And it is now recognised that there are 3 main infections
Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy is common and at best an unpleasant experience for the patient, and at worst can be life threatening. It normal starts @ 4-7/40, peaks @ 9/40, and finishes @ 20/40.
We need to conduct a thorough history and examination looking for causes other than a high βHCG. these include:
Dog, and other mammalian bites, are a common presentation with the ED.
They can be easy to treat, but need some particular attention if we are going to get them right.
Generally we DON’T admit patients acutely solely for “Detox”
However the following groups should be admitted [taken from trust guide]
If admitted to CDU – complete the PAT tool
Bleeding under the nail from blunt trauma can be very painful. Lucky we have the tools on hand to ease some of that pain.
