This week we are joined by the connective tissue disease lead at University Hospitals Leicester, Dr Shireen Shaffu, to talk about diagnosing lupus. Dr Shaffu provides excellent insight into a systematic approach for lupus assessment. We discuss various disease manifestations, diagnostic criteria and investigations. If you have ever wanted to get one over on Dr House, this week is your week!

Dr Anirudh Kumar discusses practical aspects of assessment and management of alcohol withdrawal syndrome in this episode.

Please see the following resource referenced in today's podcast:
CIWA-Ar Scale

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 Not all that’s prescribed is harmless, especially to your kidneys. Our latest episode is now live. In this episode, we’re diving deep into drug-induced nephrotoxicity. You’ll learn: Which medications are most nephrotoxic, how they damage the kidneys, and how to approach management when a drug is suspected

This week, Dr Javvad Haider joins us once again to talk about the management of spasticity. This episode covers a good chink of neurophysiology and pathophysiology to help understand how spasticity is triggered, so we can arrange the best treatments

Dr Katarina Vojtekova Nizamis, Gastroenterology Registrar in Nottingham, takes us through practical aspects of Abdominal Paracentesis in the second of two parts on this topic.

Please see the following two videos referenced in today's podcast:]
Royal Derby Hospital - Abdominal Therapeutic Paracentesis Video
Medical Education Lothian - Preparing you for Ascitic Interventions

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Episode 16 - Ascites and TIPS Procedure
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Episode 262 - Ascitic Tap and Abdominal Paracentesis Part 1
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In this episode, we explore how to approach the history-taking station in PACES, including what themes to prioritise, the role of body language and non-verbal communication, and common mistakes candidates make. Whether you're revising for the exam or improving real-life skills, this one's packed with practical tips.

This week we are covering an important cause of large vessel vasculitis! Takeyasu Arteritis is a complex disease with varying manifestations. Dr Thomas Bond cover's the myriad of presentations of this dangerous condition, as well as covering the immune dysregulation required to allow it in the first place! 

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Dr Katarina Vojtekova Nizamis, Gastroenterology Registrar in Nottingham, takes us through practical aspects of Ascitic Tap and Abdominal Paracentesis in the first of two parts on this topic.

We recommend considering listening to the following other podcast episodes to supplement this episode:

Episode 16 - Ascites and TIPS Procedure
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Episode 265 - Ascitic Tap and Abdominal Paracentesis Part 2
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 In this episode, we explore what advance care planning really means and how to approach these conversations in clinical practice. We talk about common pitfalls, how to navigate difficult or sensitive moments, and why these discussions are such a vital part of good medical care. Whether you're new to these conversations or looking to strengthen your approach, this episode offers insight, reflection, and practical advice 

This week Dr Amy Webster joins us again for part two of our Sickle Cell Disease series. This week we discuss treatment of outpatients with Sickle cell, and cover what to do when patients are admitted with acute crisis. 

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