Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, studies have shown a possible association between dementia and adverse outcomes, with mortality rates reportedly as high as 2.4 times greater than compared to patients without dementia. Despite these preliminary findings, the relationship has not been conclusively established. Management of patients with dementia is complex, including a higher risk of [...]

Case Presentation: An 85-year-old female presented to the ED with a chief concern of altered mental status from her previous baseline cognitive status a few hours prior. The patient’s medical history was significant for dementia, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and hypothyroidism. Initial exam revealed a confused but cooperative patient, A&Ox2 (self and time), discoloration of [...]

Case Presentation: A 33-year-old male with alcohol use disorder presented with progressive bilateral proximal arm weakness and muscle twitching for months. MRI of his brain and cervical spine were unremarkable. Electromyography (EMG) demonstrated mild diffuse fasciculations and changes consistent with denervation, which were attributed to alcohol-related polyneuropathy. The patient planned to abstain from alcohol and [...]