Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Fournier gangrene when taking SGLT2 inhibitors
Wednesday 13 March 2024, 12:33 AM

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Fournier gangrene is a rare but serious bacterial infection that needs urgent treatment from secondary care. It is known as a “flesh-eating disease” a
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References
1. tinyurl.com/DermNet-FG (DermNet, Fournier gangrene).
2. tinyurl.com/Medsafe-FG (Medsafe, November 2022).