Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) can often be first diagnosed and recognized in an ED setting, both as a primary and incidental finding. Let's review a typical presentation and the unique pathology and s
A young woman presents with a 3-week history of fatigue, nausea, vomiting, heavy bleeding, and lightheadedness. Within hours she is intubated in the ICU. Follow the case management to understand an at
Symptoms of multiple myeloma can be as nondescript as weight loss, fatigue, generalized weakness, and bone pain. Focus on the classic tetrad of hypercalcemia, renal failure, anemia, and bony lytic les
This case study highlights the need to investigate patients who present with non-specific complaints with a potentially life-threatening cause in mind.
Blood Transfusion Reactions: TACO, TRALI, and Other Considerations
A 67-year-old woman with no known medical problems presents to the emergency department (ED) with severe anemia identified by her pr
The White Count: Acute Hyperleukocytosis and Leukostasis
Etiology and Management Case. A 25-year-old previously healthy male presents with a three-week history of flu-like symptoms, including myalgia