Going eye tech Aug 26, 2008
Miller has a retinal scanner at his High Country Optical practice which, in addition to flagging vision-threatening abnormalities such as ocular cysts, retinal tears or macular degeneration, can detect possible high blood pressure, a dangerous level of cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, multiple sclerosis or cancer. Each abnormality evidences itself in a different way on the retina. (Durango Herald)
Obesity 'linked to birth defects' Aug 26, 2008
They included spina bifida, heart defects, some genital and bowel abnormalities and small or missing toes, fingers, arms or legs. Researchers stress the risk of having a baby with birth defects is low, even for obese women. (Yahoo News -- Fertility & Pregnancy)
Islanders declare victory over US bombers Aug 26, 2008
Local and international support groups have claimed for many years that the bombing and the storing of ammunition presented serious health problems for the islanders; higher than average cancer figures, heart abnormalities and childhood asthma were cited by protesters. The US navy waged a public relations campaign to try to counter the hostile publicity. (Yahoo News -- Puerto Rico)
Heart Function Normal After Early Steroid Exposure Aug 26, 2008
Prolonged follow-up for cardiac abnormalities, they point out, is recommended for children born premature and treated with steroids. The results of animal studies show that the consequences of neonatal steroid therapy on the heart's structure may emerge only in adulthood. (MEDLINEplus)
Brain Damage Risk Linked to Migraine Frequency Aug 26, 2008
Patients who had more than three migraine attacks per month also showed significantly more abnormalities than did those who had less than three attacks per month, the report indicates ... To more fully understand the causes and consequences of brain damage in migraine patients, more neuroimaging will be required to quantify brain abnormalities over time and under various conditions, such as before, after and during migraine attacks, the investigators point out. (MEDLINEplus)
Normalizing tumor vessels to improve cancer therapy Aug 26, 2008
Now, Vascular Biology researchers have discovered an explanation for these abnormalities that could, down the road, improve chemotherapy drug delivery. Their findings were published in the August 12 issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. (EurekAlert!)
Student athletes sometimes need specialized physicals Aug 26, 2008
And many examinations fail to detect the cardiac abnormalities that are the biggest cause of athlete deaths, critics say ... "Pre-participation screening by [family] history and physical examination alone does not have sufficient sensitivity to guarantee detection of all cardiovascular abnormalities linked to sudden death in young athletes," it says ... Stephanie Lacey, a University of Florida pediatric cardiologist who practices at Wolfson, said, "We definitely pick up kids every year because... (Florida Times-Union)
In a heartbeat Aug 25, 2008
The researchers' recent pilot project screened roughly 400 athletes with an echocardiogram, which produces an ultrasound picture of the heart and can pinpoint abnormalities better than a routine sports physical. The tests c ost about $400 each. (Boston Globe)
Almost Half of Working America Plagued by Medical Debt Aug 25, 2008
- 47% of all uninsured or underinsured working-age Americans reported deficiencies in health care that included delays in getting needed medical tests, duplication of expensive medical tests, and delayed results even when tests indicated abnormalities, compared to only 26% of adequately insured Americans reporting similar inefficiencies in medical care. The nation s current economic slump, including skyrocketing food and gas prices, declining home values, and stagnant incomes, poses serious risk... (MedHeadlines)
Tiny Antennae Trigger Neural Stem Cells Aug 25, 2008
When the Yale team deleted genes needed to form primary cilia, they discovered that mice developed significant brain abnormalities including hydrocephalus. They also found that the absence of primary cilia on neural stem cells disrupted the ability of sonic hedgehog to signal neural stem cells to initiate creation of new neurons in the brain. (Science Daily)
Judge denies sex offender is further threat Aug 24, 2008
She said the government has not proved that Abregana suffers from a serious metal illness, abnormality or disorder that would make it difficult for him to refrain from sexually violent conduct or child molestation if he is released. Abregana pleaded guilty in November 2001 to transporting child pornography for sending 16 diskettes containing child pornography to an undercover U.S. postal inspector. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Biliary Tract Obstruction Aug 24, 2008
Such abnormalities in turn lead to a series of other problems. Anatomy of the Biliary Tree. (Suite101.com)
UC Davis researchers define characteristics, treatment options for XXYY syndrome Aug 24, 2008
4 percent had cardiac abnormalities such as congenital heart defects and mitral valve prolapse, 87. 6 percent had dental problems such as severe dental caries and malocclusion, 15 percent had seizures and 59. (EurekAlert!)
Tech.view: Hazard in a bottle Aug 23, 2008
Since then, over 100 scientific studies have linked low doses of BPA to prostate and breast cancer, reproductive abnormalities, accelerated puberty in females, low sperm count in males, neurological effects similar to ADHD, diabetes and even obesity. The effects have their biggest impact during early stages of development. (The Economist)
Jade wants to live for her kids Aug 23, 2008
"The blood drained from me as my doctor said, 'We have looked again at your biopsy, and there are severe abnormalities. You need to fly home immediately'. I looked at the phone in disbelief as he said, 'You have cancer, Jade, it's real and it's serious'. I collapsed to the floor, thinking, 'My boys. Oh my God, I'm going to die'.". Her consultant, Dr. Ann Coxon, said: "She ha 00004000 s serious second stage cancer and needs surgery as soon as possible. The cancer is in an advanced stage and... (Times of India)
Behind the screen Aug 23, 2008
Figures from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare show cervical cancer deaths in Australia a year dropped from four to two per 100,000 women in the 20 to 69 age group, between 1991, when the the pap smear program was introduced - it detects treatable pre-cancerous abnormalities as well as cancer - and 2005. But more than 700 high-grade abnormalities are found per 100,000 women screened ... Occasionally, treating these abnormalities can scar the cervix and lead to infertility or... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
FDA clears Amgen drug for blood-clotting disorder Aug 23, 2008
During its review of the drug, the FDA questioned the drug's potential to cause bone-marrow abnormalities and dangerous blood clots. Additionally, four patients in studies of the drug developed leukemia. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Removing Tumors Through The Nose: Neurosurgeon Uses Smaller Openings To Reach The Brain Aug 22, 2008
"It's not necessary to expose a large surface of the brain in order to access a small abnormality," said Duckworth, an assistant professor, neurological surgery, at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. Less-invasive brain surgery can result in decreased pain and shorter hospital stays. (Science Daily)
Harsh soaps blamed for allergies Aug 22, 2008
Professor Callard said: "Despite its popularity over the past 20 years there is very little supporting evidence for the "hygiene hypothesis". "In contrast, there is mounting evidence from both studies of rare genetic conditions and our lab work to support an important role for abnormalities in the outer protective layer of the skin in allowing allergic sensitization. " Professor John Harper, who also worked on the study, said people had nothing to fear from normal standards of hygiene - the... (Yahoo News -- Allergies and Asthma)
Brain Changes Seen in Former Anorexics Aug 22, 2008
As they put it, "The volumetric analysis of brain structure supports the reversibility of structural brain abnormalities after weight recovery.". Similarly, since cognitive function was linked to menstrual status, they surmise that mental performance should improve with the return of normal periods. (MEDLINEplus)
Male Infertility Fix Works for Men over 40 Aug 22, 2008
"A detailed evaluation may uncover other (less common) abnormalities that would be associated with a poor outcome after surgery.". SOURCE: Urology, July 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
Fat can also be fit! Aug 21, 2008
In a second study, researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, assessed body weight and cardiometabolic abnormalities (including high blood pressure, elevated triglycerides and low high-density lipoprotein or "good" cholesterol) in 5,440 individuals participating in the National Health and Nutritional Examination Surveys between 1999 and 2004. Participants were considered metabolically healthy if they had none or one abnormality and metabolically abnormal if they had two or more... (India Times, India)
Menino wants assurances from developers Aug 21, 2008
"To react this way because of the current abnormality in the credit market, I don't think is very prudent.". Other individual developers, including those for the Filene's and Columbus Center projects, declined to comment. (Boston Globe)
Pancreatic clinic opens in Somerset Aug 21, 2008
A large number of patients problems are related to benign conditions, including stones or abnormalities that occurred during development. About 50 percent require surgery. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Tubbs Jones Likely Had No Warning of Aneurysm Aug 21, 2008
The wall may have been previously weakened by disease, injury or an abnormality present at birth. Aneurysms also may be caused or made worse by high blood pressure and can lead to strokes. (Fox News)
Codeine use while breastfeeding may be dangerous Aug 21, 2008
Women with this genetic abnormality who take codeine while breastfeeding then expose infants to high, possibly even toxic levels of morphine through their breast milk ... Mothers with the genetic abnormality may experience similar symptoms themselves. (CTV.ca)
Parents a problem for infant ear tests Aug 21, 2008
Risk factors include a baby baby born before 38 weeks or weighing less than 1500 grams, having cranio-facial abnormalities, spending five days or more on a ventilator, a family history of childhood hearing loss, or a mother having had rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes and bacterial meningitis. The study, published in the Journal Of Paediatrics And Child Health, found many parents did not return for follow-up testing. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Last Night's TV: No prizes for the pedigree chumps Aug 20, 2008
George the pug, a hairy collage of physical abnormalities, demonstrated the point nicely. Pugs are supposed to have tightly curled tails, but breed for that and you get twisted spines thrown into the mix for free. (Independent)
Yoda the Cat Astounds With Four Ears Aug 20, 2008
A genetic abnormality gave Yoda, of Downers Grove, Ill ... The abnormality can cause hearing impairments, though Rock said several veterinarians have given Yoda a clean bill of health. (Fox News)
Free Will vs. the Programmed Brain Aug 20, 2008
And what about those for whom we have no ethical means of modifying their decision making, perhaps due to physiological abnormalities of the brain ... And what about those for whom we have no ethical means of modifying their decision making, perhaps due to physiological abnormalities of the brain. (Scientific American)
Inside the brain Aug 20, 2008
The lump they found was a cavernoma, an abnormality in one of the veins in her brain. It had to come out, not only because it was triggering fits but because it could haemorrhage. (BBC News -- Science)
Can Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities Reveal Formula For Detection Of Autism? Aug 20, 2008
Can Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities Reveal Formula For Detection Of Autism ... Can Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities Reveal Formula For Detection Of Autism ... Once we have created a formula, we can pre-screen children by performing a quick, non-invasive scan of each child s face and brain to check for abnormalities. (Science Daily)
Good Long-term Prognosis After West Nile Virus Infection Aug 20, 2008
Recent studies report that troublesome symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, and motor abnormalities can persist for months. However, little is known about long-term recovery. (Science Daily)
Oscoda woman undergoes new CyberKnife treatment for tumor Aug 20, 2008
A tingling in her upper lip began in October 2004, prompting a sinus CAT scan and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain that did not show any abnormalities, according to physicians. She remembers experiencing mild headaches five days out of seven, that were treated by medication, and wondering if her constant looking at medical monitors at work contributed to the migraine manifestations. (Oscoda Press, MI)
CSL Behring funds study of bleeding disorder Aug 19, 2008
It is caused by a deficiency or abnormality of von Willebrand factor in the blood. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, von Willebrand disease affects 1 percent to 2 percent of Americans, or as many as 2. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Headache woman's 'bionic' surgery Aug 19, 2008
"There's an abnormality deep inside the brain," Mr Watkins explained. "And we're just lucky that nature has provided us with these nerves which connect into that system. "By stimulating them in a particular way, we can affect the abnormality and hopefully improve the headaches. (BBC News -- UK)
Why the Body Needs Water-Soluble Vi... Aug 19, 2008
A folic acid deficiency may result in anemia and abnormalities in the digestive system. Biotin: Also needed for conversion of food to energy, biotin plays a role in turning both fats and carbohydrates into energy. (Suite101.com)
Targeted Drug Therapy Found Effective In Patients With Common Form Of Immune-mediated Kidney Disease Aug 19, 2008
The authors concluded that their study suggests that the functional and biological abnormalities of membranous nephropathy can be reverted with a safe and selective drug ... Effects of Rituximab on Morphofunctional Abnormalities of Membranous Glomerulopathy. (Science Daily)
For Pete's sake, Rubio has the look Aug 19, 2008
Maravich, eight years retired, died at 40 of a congenital heart abnormality that had not been diagnosed. A few years before his death, he had found peace in religion. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Spectre of measles epidemic as vaccination scare takes its toll Aug 19, 2008
Fortunately, SSPE occurs in fewer than one in 100,000 cases of measles and while anyone can suffer complications, the most vulnerable are the malnourished or those already suffering from abnormalities of the immune system. Certainly, a 17-year-old boy who died earlier this year after contracting measles and then developing pneumonia, had been born with a poor immune system, leaving him susceptible to infections and unlikely to have been able to be immunised. (Yorkshire Post)
Urologists report success using robot-assisted surgery for urinary abnormality Aug 19, 2008
Public release date: 18-Aug-2008. Contact: Karen Richardson. (EurekAlert!)
Researchers warn of heart risks from energy drinks Aug 18, 2008
Researchers from the Royal Adelaide Hospital are warning that the drink "could be deadly" for people with heart abnormalities. Lead researcher Dr. Scott Willoughby says though the incidence of sudden cardiac death is very low, the drink could be more deadly for people who have an unknown cardiovascular abnormality. (News-Medical.net)
'No alcohol in pregnancy' advised Aug 18, 2008
" FOETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME Abnormal facial features Reduced growth Central nervous system abnormalities Impaired learning and memory skills Behavioural problems such as hyperactivity Jane Brewin, chief executive of the baby charity Tommy's, agreed, saying: "There is no proven safe level of alcohol to drink during pregnancy because any amount can pass through the placenta to the baby. " There is no consistent evidence that low to moderate consumption of alcohol during pregnancy has any adverse... (Yahoo News -- Alcohol and Alcoholism)
Study backs safety of MMR vaccine Aug 18, 2008
PDDs are a range of conditions first seen in childhood that include abnormalities in language development, communication abilities and social interactions, and a rigid, repetitive pattern of behaviours and interests. These children were compared with 4,469 children of the same sex and similar age who were registered with the same GP surgeries but did not have autism or PDDs. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
Toxic Foods for Dogs Aug 18, 2008
Tomatoes, potatoes and rhubarb contain oxalates, which trigger abnormalities with the nervous system, kidneys and digestive tract ... Nervous system abnormalities, seizure, coma, vomiting, and death can all result when a dog ingests mushrooms. (Suite101.com)
Mental health is not harmed by abortion, study says Aug 18, 2008
However the report did find that women who had late abortions because of fetal abnormalities often suffered adverse psychological reactions similar to those experience after miscarriage or still birth. The APA's conclusions matched those of the Commons Science and Technology Select Committee, which last year found no evidence for psychiatric damage caused by abortion. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Headphones may cause 'heartache' Aug 17, 2008
Noting that the number of call centre employees approaching him with hearing problems was on the rise, he said "they are susceptible to hearing impairments. Extended working hours using unhealthy devices may cause health risks." Disturbed sleep, headache and ear pain are some of the common abnormalities that stem from overuse of headphones. According to J C Passey of Maulana Azad Medical College, the possible damage to hearing system depends on duration, volume and programme. (India Times)
Surgeries rise as mums wait Aug 17, 2008
He said the improvements in chromosomal abnormality testing gave the current generation of mothers more options relating to the health of their babies ... For women aged 35, there is a one-in-192 chance of having a baby with a chromosomal abnormality, the most common being Down syndrome. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Weed Out Marijuana Use Aug 16, 2008
A recent indicates that long term use may be linked to abnormalities in the brain that regulate emotion, memory, fear and aggression. The report indicates that the part of the brain that regulates emotion and memory was on average 12% smaller in marijuana users. (Suite101.com)
Genetic factor ID'd in colorectal cancer Aug 15, 2008
WASHINGTON - Researchers have identified what they see as the leading cause of inherited colorectal cancer - a genetic abnormality that makes a person about nine times more likely to get the disease ... Researchers found that people who had an abnormality related to a gene called TGFBR1 were 8 ... Previous research had linked TGFBR1 to colorectal cancer risk, and the new study assessed the degree to which this abnormality in the gene increased one's risk. (Boston Globe)
Canning the cornucopia Aug 15, 2008
And make sure they dont have any cracks or abnormalities. And dont use a peanut butter jar. (Anchorage Daily News)
Salmonella in Cats and Dogs Aug 15, 2008
In a minority of cases, dogs and cats can experience symptoms such as arthritis-like joint pain and stiffness, urinary tract abnormalities that can lead to straining and frequent urination, along with redness and swelling involving the eyes. "This is an infection that can be very severe and treatment, especially for dehydration, is required if you are to maximize the chances of a good outcome," explained Dr. Levine. (Suite101.com)
Leave me alone, Niketa tells media Aug 15, 2008
Under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, pregnancy can be terminated before 20 weeks if doctors believe that the child, if born, will have serious abnormalities, so as to render it handicapped. Ms. Mehta, the applicant, was in the 26th week of pregnancy. (Hindu)
Obesity 'linked to birth defects' Aug 15, 2008
They included spina bifida, heart defects, some genital and bowel abnormalities and small or missing toes, fingers, arms or legs. Researchers stress the risk of having a baby with birth defects is low, even for obese women. (Yahoo News -- Fertility & Pregnancy)
VIDEO: Racing to stop a silent killer Aug 15, 2008
Under the scheme, athletes will first fill in a questionnaire detailing any known family heart conditions, before having an ECG test to pick up any abnormality and ultrasound procedure to detect any problem with the structure of the heart. Ms Sturgeon said: "Many professional athletes can be screened by their sporting bodies - indeed, professional footballers in the SPL already have checks every year. But until now there has been no opportunity for young Scots who participate in organised... (The Herald)
What is sarcoidosis? Aug 14, 2008
The abnormality that is caused by sarcoidosis is quite typical: an enlargement of the glands in the lungs and scar tissue in the lungs. What are the symptoms as the disease progresses. (Scientific American)
What causes gigantism? Aug 14, 2008
About one in 20 people will have an abnormality in their pituitary gland;And based on some recent demographic studies, about one in 1,000 people probably have a symptomatic pituitary adenoma [the tumor Allen had. So, a subset of those--maybe 10 percent would have acromegaly, but it's hard to know. (Scientific American)
Nature Or Nurture: Are You Who Your Brain Chemistry Says You Are? Aug 14, 2008
6, 2004) Results of a new study indicate that people who have recently stopped abusing the powerfully addictive drug methamphetamine may have brain abnormalities similar to those seen in people with mood. . (Science Daily)
Being obese doesn't mean you're not heart-healthy Aug 14, 2008
In one of the studies released this week, researchers from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, N.Y., assessed body weight and metabolic abnormalities in 5,400 U.S. adults aged 20 and older ... Normal-weight individuals with metabolic abnormalities tended to be older, less physically active and had larger waist sizes than those normal-weight individuals who were metabolically healthy. (Globe and Mail)
Islanders declare victory over US bombers Aug 14, 2008
Local and international support groups have claimed for many years that the bombing and the storing of ammunition presented serious health problems for the islanders; higher than average cancer figures, heart abnormalities and childhood asthma were cited by protesters. The US navy waged a public relations campaign to try to counter the hostile publicity. (Yahoo News -- Puerto Rico)
Chromosomal Abnormalities in Cancer Aug 14, 2008
Furthermore, the molecular characterization of cytogenetic abnormalities has provided insights into the. . (New England Journal of Medicine)
A new use for glue Aug 13, 2008
Doctors placed a catheter through an artery in Mr Henkel's groin and ventured to branches in the spinal cord, where they identified the abnormality. From there, a micro-catheter was used to squirt medical-grade super glue on the abnormality and stop the flow of blood. (Sky News Australia)
It's possible to be fit and fat Aug 13, 2008
"A considerable proportion of overweight and obese US adults are metabolically healthy, whereas a considerable proportion of normal-weight adults express a clustering of cardiometabolic abnormalities," Wylie-Rosett and Rachel Wildman and colleagues wrote in their report, published in the journal Archives of Internal Medicine. Wylie-Rosett's team looked at data on 5,440 men and women who were examined and filled out questionnaires for the National Health and Nutritional Examination Surveys... (India Times, India)
More states shred bills for medical errors Aug 13, 2008
Death or serious disability associated with failure to identify and treat hyperbilirubinemia, a blood abnormality, in newborns. 17. (MSNBC -- Health)
'Super Glue' Saves Man From Paralysis Aug 13, 2008
Doctors used a $2 million imaging machine to pinpoint the problem, inserted a catheter through an artery in Henkel's groin and injected medical grade super glue to block the abnormality. "The recovery is one in a million," said Mitchell. (Fox News)
