Children with ADHD, Mechanical Globe Injury, Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus

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What are the treatment goals for children with ADHD?

Psychosocial interventions should be the first-line treatment in preschool children four to five years of age. Children who are six years and older can be offered stimulant medications for first-line treatment, with psychosocial interventions offered as an adjunct. Read the full article.

How should patients with vulvar lichen sclerosus be treated?

Biopsy is indicated for patients with suspected lichen sclerosus because this condition is associated with an increased risk of squamous cell carcinoma. Patients should be treated with a high-potency steroid ointment to alleviate symptoms, prevent architectural damage, and reverse histologic changes. Read the full article.

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