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The article presents a systematic review and meta-analysis on the efficacy of Helicobacter pylori eradication in functional dyspepsia. It was found that eradication therapy was effective in healing and improving symptoms in patients with functional dyspepsia, especially in high-risk populations. The article also presents summaries on web-assisted self-management for treating paroxysmal vertigo, a physical exercise program to prevent falls in older women, and the effectiveness of cranberry products in preventing cystitis. Another study found that ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) better predicts mortality compared to clinic blood pressure measurement, and that white coat hypertension is not associated with an increased risk of death. Additionally, it was found that patients diagnosed with in situ melanoma have a low risk of specific melanoma mortality and live longer than the general population. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on assessing and managing Nystagmus, a problem involving the vestibular system in the inner ear or the brain, and Vertigo, loss of balance. Topics include determining the underlying cause; clinical examinations; and patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) , brain dysfunction caused by an outside force, usually a violent blow to the head.

The article provides information about vertigo and dizziness, two common symptoms that can be caused by various diseases. The most important and urgent causes in primary care are mentioned, such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, vestibular neuritis, Ménière's disease, cardiovascular diseases, neurological diseases, psychogenic causes, and cases without a clear diagnosis. The importance of conducting a proper medical history and physical examination to correctly classify dizziness is emphasized. Clinical findings that may indicate a serious cause, such as the presence of vertigo in individuals over 69 years old or with neurological deficits, are also mentioned. The HINTS score is mentioned as a tool to identify central causes of vertigo. The article provides information on the diagnosis of acute vertigo and the detection of a possible stroke. Recommendations for the management of vertigo, such as conducting a detailed medical history, performing a systematic physical examination, and using the algorithm published by Muncie et al., are mentioned. Related bibliography is also provided. [Extracted from the article]

In the article, the author discusses the effectiveness of the triage process in the diagnosis of vestibular disorders, particularly benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). She cites as example their experiences at the Vestibular Testing Center, which is within the University of Michigan Health System. Also cited are the formal vestibular testing methods like videonystagmography (VNG) and rotational chair testing, and several facts about BPPV.

The article discusses the ways to help patients identify and manage vertigo. Topics covered include how vertigo can increase the risk of falls and reduce quality of life, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) as the most common form of vertigo, and how disorders of the inner ear can increase a person's risk for developing BPPV.