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Hirsutism - red flag symptoms
Format
Red flags
Time to Complete
0.5 hours
Published
June 24, 2015
Updated
June 24, 2015
Programme Description
This article by Dr Pipin Singh
examines the possible causes of hirsutism and how to manage the presentation of this symptom. Key learning points for healthcare professionals include taking a thorough history, primary care investigations such as hormonal profile, serum or urinary cortisol and neck ultrasound, and when to refer.
Educational Objectives
After reading this article the healthcare professional should be better able to:
List the red flag symptoms associated with hirsutism
Take a relevant history and examine a patient with hirsutism
Investigate to determine the cause of hirsutism
Make an appropriate referral
Authors
Activity author
Dr Pipin Singh
GP
Northumberland
UK
Dr Pipin Singh
GP
Northumberland
UK
Test author
Dr Ravi Ramanathan
GP
London
UK
Dr Ravi Ramanathan
GP
London
UK
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Please proceed with the activity until you have successfully answered all the test questions and completed your evaluation. You will then receive your MIMS Learning CPD certificate, which will be added to your CPD organiser for access at any time. This activity is offered at no cost.
Please proceed with the activity until you have successfully answered all the test questions and completed your evaluation. You will then receive your MIMS Learning CPD certificate, which will be added to your CPD organiser for access at any time. This activity is offered at no cost.
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