Articles Tagged With: syndrome
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First There Was MIS-C, Now There Is MIS-A
Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in adults (MIS-A), similar to multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), is described by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Mysterious Syndrome Strikes Children with COVID-19
Although the pandemic of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) has been relatively benign in children compared to adults, there is growing concern about an emerging syndrome that causes severe, sometimes fatal, outcomes in pediatric patients.
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What Are the Roles of the Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill and Metformin in the Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
This systematic review documents the effectiveness of combined oral contraceptive pills in treating hyperandrogenism and irregular menses, and of metformin in addressing the metabolic disturbances in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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Consider Vaginal Estrogen for Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
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Consider Options for Women With Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
Sexual function often decreases for women because of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). This condition includes the physical changes of the vulva, vagina, and lower urinary tract that result from estrogen deficiency.
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Chronic Abdominal Pain Disorders: Chronic Pancreatitis and Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
It is important for emergency providers to understand the pathophysiology and management of chronic abdominal pain disorders. This article will review two common chronic abdominal pain disorders encountered in the ED: chronic pancreatitis and cyclic vomiting syndrome.
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Coprescription of Triptans and SSRI-type Medications and the Serotonin Syndrome
A recent study provided reassurance that the use of triptan antimigraine medications with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor antidepressants is safe.
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Bergamot Shows Potential as an Alternative to Statins for Hyperlipidemia
Although larger controlled studies are warranted, bergamot supplementation may be an alternative approach to improving cardiovascular risk in patients who are unable or unwilling to take pharmaceutical HMG-CoA reductase or PCSK9 inhibitors.
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Treatment of Chronic Fatigue/Myalgic Encephalitis Syndrome: Blocking the IL-1 Component to the Inflammatory Response Is Ineffective
Blockade of IL-1 activity with anakinra failed to reduce fatigue in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.
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Polyneuropathy in the Metabolic Syndrome
The metabolic syndrome, independent of the diagnosis of diabetes, is associated with the development of polyneuropathy.