The case of the lucky blues brother

Article Abstract:

The occasional coughing of blood by a 79-year-old patient proved to be puzzling. Although the patient had a history of lung cancer, there was no new tumor growth, and a tuberculosis test was negative. Finally the cause of the bleeding was traced to enlarged blood vessels under the tongue.

Aged, Elderly, Diagnosis, Column, Diseases, Cough

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The blue sky blues: the return of sunny spring isn't the cure for all cases of seasonal depression. Sometimes, it's the cause

Article Abstract:

Many people experience some form of winter depression that goes away as spring and summer arrive, but there are also people who experience depression only in the summer. The case, and treatment, of one woman with summertime seasonal affective disorder is described.

Psychological aspects, Summer, Seasons

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The case of the star-struck teen

Article Abstract:

Reflex epilepsy is a rare disorder, with seizures that may be brought on by a specific stimulus. The case of a 15-year-old girl with reflex epilepsy and a seizure brought on the flashing light of the sun through the trees is described.

Personal narratives, Epilepsy in children, Pediatric epilepsy

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