Australian Journal of General Practice
This article aims to provide Australian general practitioners with an overview of Japanese encephalitis virus, given its recent expansion, and the potential for sustained endemicity.
International travel is resuming, but the COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed the context in terms of regulation, risks and models of travel.
Hepatitis C virus treatment uptake varies by geographic area in Australia. This study investigated treatment completion according to remoteness, as well as demographic and clinical characteristics.
A male aged 16 years presented to the emergency department with a three-day history of oral ulceration involving the lips that was associated with skin and genital lesions.
Skin lesions may provide a clue to diagnosis in a patient with persistent fever and history of recent travel.
Syphilis is a great mimicker and should not be forgotten as a differential diagnosis of erythematous scaly rashes.
This study shows the importance of health screening for new arrival refugees, including screening for infectious diseases, nutritional and vitamin deficiencies, chronic disease and mental health.
An updated overview of Burkholderia pseudomallei, the causative agent of melioidosis, including epidemiology, risk factors for infection, spectrum of clinical disease, diagnosis and management.
This case study discusses the differential diagnoses and appropriate tests and investigations for a man aged 32 years with bilateral optic disc swelling.
A systematic review assessing barriers to correct spirometry in Australian general practice.
Studies have shown the existence of steroid phobia, evidence of non-adherence and unresolved outcomes of skin conditions affecting quality of life and healthcare costs.
Dengue is a common cause of fever and rash in returned travellers from South-East Asia.
Most viral exanthems can be distinguished initially on the basis of age, distribution and morphology of the rash without requiring investigations.
The introduction of mesh procedures for vaginal prolapse and incontinence was not managed well. Introduction of new devices or techniques must be accompanied by rigorous evaluation and ongoing audit.
This month’s issue spotlights a common movement disorder in general practice – Parkinson’s disease – in addition to discussing assessment of gait and the importance of posture.