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| Blood / Hematology |
| Breast cancer: Blood test may predict relapse New research introduces an innovative blood test that may predict the chances of breast cancer recurring by measuring a person's antitumor response. |
| Bones / Orthopedics |
| How crushed eggshells could help repair bone damage In an effort to find better ways of supporting bone growth for transplants, a study in vitro and in vivo has turned to an unusual material: eggshells. |
| Breast Cancer |
| Breast cancer: Blood test may predict relapse New research introduces an innovative blood test that may predict the chances of breast cancer recurring by measuring a person's antitumor response. |
| What to know about mammary duct ectasia Mammary duct ectasia is when a milk duct in the breast becomes blocked and clogged up with fluid. It is not a serious condition and does not increase a person's risk of breast cancer. However, it may cause pain, tenderness, and swelling, and it can sometimes lead to an infection called mastitis. Learn more here. |
| How does tumor size relate to breast cancer stage? Doctors use tumor size to help determine the stage of breast cancer. People with early-stage cancers are likely to have smaller tumors that are easier for doctors to treat. However, doctors take many other factors into account when determining the cancer stage and possible treatment approaches. Learn more here. |
| Depression |
| What happens in the brain when we are bored? What happens in the brain when we get bored? And what is different in the case of people who are prone to boredom in a negative way? A new study finds out. |
| What are the differences between Prozac and Zoloft? Prozac and Zoloft are two types of antidepressant. In this article, we compare the uses, dosages, and side effects of the two drugs. We also look at their interactions with other medicines and discuss whether people can take Prozac and Zoloft together. |
| Everything you need to know about Concerta Concerta is a type of medication that doctors sometimes prescribe to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is a slow-release medication, meaning that if a person takes one pill in the morning, it will release the drug into the body throughout the day. Learn more here. |
| Diabetes: Some antidepressants reduce death risk After studying more than 50,000 people with diabetes and depression, scientists found that those who took antidepressants had a lower risk of death. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| Is there a link between back pain and incontinence? Back pain and incontinence can occur at the same time due to a single underlying condition, such as cauda equina syndrome. If they suddenly occur at the same time, it may signal a medical emergency. At other times, the conditions may develop for two separate reasons. Learn more about causes and treatment options here. |
| What can cause both lower back pain and diarrhea? Lower back pain and diarrhea are common and tend to be unrelated. However, a number of conditions can cause both symptoms. Examples include celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney infections, and diverticulosis. Learn more here. |
| Are lower back pain and constipation related? Several health conditions can cause lower back pain and constipation to occur at the same time. Sometimes, one underlying condition will cause these symptoms, but other times, they will occur due to two unrelated conditions. Learn more about these conditions and when a person should see a doctor here. |
| Hypertension |
| Could targeting this heart hormone help control blood pressure? The heart releases a hormone that has a key role in blood pressure. Now, a study of rats shows that its function depends on a sugar molecule attachment. |
| Men's Health |
| Urine test can help diagnose aggressive prostate cancer New research introduces a diagnostic test for aggressive prostate cancer, which may help people 'avoid an unnecessary initial biopsy.' |
| How common is erectile dysfunction? Doctors know that erectile dysfunction is common, but calculating its exact prevalence is tough. A recent review has attempted to draw a clearer picture. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| What happens in the brain when we are bored? What happens in the brain when we get bored? And what is different in the case of people who are prone to boredom in a negative way? A new study finds out. |
| Beating addiction: Why our brains may struggle to ignore alcohol, food cues A first-of-its-kind experiment shows that ignoring addiction-related cues is something that we can control by exercising executive brain functions. |
| What are the differences between Prozac and Zoloft? Prozac and Zoloft are two types of antidepressant. In this article, we compare the uses, dosages, and side effects of the two drugs. We also look at their interactions with other medicines and discuss whether people can take Prozac and Zoloft together. |
| What to know about ADHD and hyperfocus Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has many symptoms, one of which is hyperfocus. Hyperfocus causes a person to fixate on things that interest them. Learn more about hyperfocus in ADHD, as well as how to manage it, here. |
| 13 adults with complete paralysis benefit from nerve transfer surgery A prospective study of young adults with spinal cord injury examines the benefits of nerve transfer surgery up to 24 months after the intervention. |
| Brain structure may play key role in psychosis New research finds a link between the size and structure of a brain region called the choroid plexus and the development of psychosis. |
| How fast do we feel pain? Study overturns previous notions New research into the experience of pain challenges previous beliefs about how quickly pain signals travel in humans compared with touch signals. |
| How a unique gene mutation may drive autism Working with animal models and analyzing human genetic information, researchers discover how one gene may be key to the development of autism. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| How crushed eggshells could help repair bone damage In an effort to find better ways of supporting bone growth for transplants, a study in vitro and in vivo has turned to an unusual material: eggshells. |
| These diets and supplements may not really protect the heart Do common dietary interventions and nutritional supplements really help protect against cardiovascular events? A new meta-analysis answers in the negative. |
| Pro-obesity environment and genes could explain big rise in body weight While genes can raise obesity risk, they interact with environment to drive up BMI, with environment likely contributing more, Norwegian study suggests. |
| Spinach supplement may increase muscle strength New research finds that a dietary supplement comprising spinach extract can significantly increase athletic performance and muscle strength. |
| Glycemic index: Everything you need to know The glycemic index (GI) scores foods according to how quickly they raise blood sugar. This scoring system can help people with conditions such as diabetes make positive dietary choices. Learn more about GI, including about low and high GI foods, in this article. |
| Very low levels of 'bad' cholesterol may raise stroke risk New research in a large sample of participants finds that too little low-density lipoprotein cholesterol correlates with a higher risk of bleeding stroke. |
| Is fungal or animal protein better for building muscle? A small new study suggests that fungus-derived protein present in some meat replacement products may be better for building muscles than animal protein. |
| Pain / Anesthetics |
| Can treadmill exercise relieve period pain? In what may seem like counterintuitive findings, a new study suggests that running on a treadmill could ease period pain and improve the quality of life. |
| Is there a link between back pain and incontinence? Back pain and incontinence can occur at the same time due to a single underlying condition, such as cauda equina syndrome. If they suddenly occur at the same time, it may signal a medical emergency. At other times, the conditions may develop for two separate reasons. Learn more about causes and treatment options here. |
| How fast do we feel pain? Study overturns previous notions New research into the experience of pain challenges previous beliefs about how quickly pain signals travel in humans compared with touch signals. |
| Prostate / Prostate Cancer |
| Urine test can help diagnose aggressive prostate cancer New research introduces a diagnostic test for aggressive prostate cancer, which may help people 'avoid an unnecessary initial biopsy.' |
| Respiratory |
| What to know about inhaled steroids Inhaled steroids are often the best treatment for conditions that cause trouble breathing, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. This article provides an overview of inhaled steroids, including their types, side effects, dosages, and duration of action. |
| Stroke |
| Very low levels of 'bad' cholesterol may raise stroke risk New research in a large sample of participants finds that too little low-density lipoprotein cholesterol correlates with a higher risk of bleeding stroke. |
| Surgery |
| 13 adults with complete paralysis benefit from nerve transfer surgery A prospective study of young adults with spinal cord injury examines the benefits of nerve transfer surgery up to 24 months after the intervention. |
| Urology / Nephrology |
| Is there a link between back pain and incontinence? Back pain and incontinence can occur at the same time due to a single underlying condition, such as cauda equina syndrome. If they suddenly occur at the same time, it may signal a medical emergency. At other times, the conditions may develop for two separate reasons. Learn more about causes and treatment options here. |
| Urine test can help diagnose aggressive prostate cancer New research introduces a diagnostic test for aggressive prostate cancer, which may help people 'avoid an unnecessary initial biopsy.' |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| Breast cancer: Blood test may predict relapse New research introduces an innovative blood test that may predict the chances of breast cancer recurring by measuring a person's antitumor response. |
| Can treadmill exercise relieve period pain? In what may seem like counterintuitive findings, a new study suggests that running on a treadmill could ease period pain and improve the quality of life. |
| Giving up alcohol may significantly boost mental health New research from Hong Kong shows that quitting alcohol use could boost mental health, especially among females who are moderate drinkers. |
| Does drinking alcohol in older age prolong life? New research presents the results of a 16-year follow-up to 'one of the largest and most rigorous' studies on the link between alcohol use and mortality. |
| What to know about mammary duct ectasia Mammary duct ectasia is when a milk duct in the breast becomes blocked and clogged up with fluid. It is not a serious condition and does not increase a person's risk of breast cancer. However, it may cause pain, tenderness, and swelling, and it can sometimes lead to an infection called mastitis. Learn more here. |
| How does tumor size relate to breast cancer stage? Doctors use tumor size to help determine the stage of breast cancer. People with early-stage cancers are likely to have smaller tumors that are easier for doctors to treat. However, doctors take many other factors into account when determining the cancer stage and possible treatment approaches. Learn more here. |
| Vaccine cuts rate of HPV infection, precancerous lesions New research finds a link between HPV vaccination and a considerable drop in cases of HPV infection and the number of precancerous lesions. |
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