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Understanding Endometriosis

One of the most common health problems among women, endometriosis, can lead to infertility – but what is it and why do some women get it? It possibly affects 5 million women. Chronic pelvic pain and painful menstrual periods are a couple of symptoms while some women have no symptoms at all.

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Dr. John Cahill, a member of the Empowered Health News Medical Board, discusses some of the challenges we face with infectious diseases that are constantly emerging and changing. SARS is an example of a virus that until several years ago, we had never heard about. So, the possibility of new viruses emerging is a very real threat. Another challenge we face is bacteria evolving and growing resistant to antibiotics. It’s becoming a huge problem in the developed world where we take antibiotics for granted. Doctors are constantly prescribing antibiotics and patients routinely expect to receive them for any number of minor infections. This gross distribution of antibiotics has contributed to the formation of “superbugs” that are resistant to the antibiotics we typically use. The reality is that we don’t have the technology or the resources to continue developing the drugs needed to fight off all these mutations and resistance strains that keep developing.

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How Long will My Hip Replacement Last?

About 90% of surgical patients will be doing well with their hip implant at 20 years. This is a short, informative video that is to-the-point on the longevity of hip implants in arthritis patients who undergo a total hip replacement.

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Restricting Nuts, Popcorn and Corn in Diverticular Disease: A Myth Busted

Dr. Johnson comments on a recent article in JAMA challenging the evidence supporting the parochial recommendation that individuals with Diverticular disease avoid these foods. The dietetic profession no longer has a diet for diverticulosis (the un-infected state) that includes the avoidance of nuts, popcorn, seeds and corn in their diet guidelines. It is mentioned in some literature that these foods may not be tolerated based on individual assessment only. If the pockets are infected, i.e. diverticulitis, a soft, low fiber diet is usually recommended until the infection resolves and then recommendations are to gradually go back to a high fiber diet with plenty of fluids. It is also mentioned in the literature that a low-fat diet may be beneficial for some groups of people with Diverticular disease.

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Post- Partum Depression In Men

Paternal post-natal depression may occur in men just as women experience post-partum depression. Sleep deprivation plays a major role as well as hormonal changes; testosterone levels go down and estrogen levels go up in fathers who have this type of depression. The responsibility of being a dad and levels of self-esteem also play a pivotal role in whether the paternal post-natal depression occurs in men or not. Men are also more likely to avoid treatment because of mental health stigmas in society.

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Crestor May Boost AstraZeneca Sales

Crestor sales may increase based on AstraZeneca’s new study showing a use for the drug in people that typically do not show a need for cholesterol drugs, but do have an elevated CRP. CRP is an inflammatory biomarker. Some researchers say that CRP testing, which has not yet been approved by FDA as a basis for use of cholesterol drugs, may face caveats. CRP levels may fluctuate day-to-day and questions regarding its reliability have been raised already.

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GI Complications of Diabetes

When sugar is elevated for long periods of time it can affect the way food is processed in the gastrointestinal system. Reduced muscle contraction is common and many problems can result such as difficulty in swallowing, gastroparesis, intestinal blockage, GERD, nausea, vomiting, early satiety, and bloating. Lifestyle modifications and medications may be treatment options for these disorders. Other gastrointestinal problems and treatments are also explored briefly.

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Latex Allergy

Latex allergy blossomed in the late 1980’s posing a danger to health care workers and patients. Reactions to gloves may be localized, non-localized or IGE mediated. Most often only the webbing of the hands are involved. However, the greatest problem is the IGE mediated allergy which may involve cross-reactivity to certain foods .Latex allergy may present in a step-wise fashion leading to asthma and anaphylaxis. The degree to which people manifest symptoms depend on three things – is there sensitivity or end-organ responsiveness, the route of exposure and lastly the intensity of allergen exposure. Patch testing may be done or a RAST test be employed to determine latex sensitivity.

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Pediatric Assessment for EMS

A head-to-toe approach for assessing the pediatric patient by Emergency Medical Personnel is reviewed in this brief video. Hematomas, laceration, crepitus are covered briefly. Assessing the head, clavicles, back, nose and other areas are covered. A detailed physical exam may not be possible so general observations and visualizations of the body are essential. Ongoing assessment should be done every 5 minutes for unstable patients and 15 minutes for stable patients. Ongoing assessment should be continued until facility for treatment is reached.