Adults who have obesity and Type 2 diabetes are much more likely to see their diabetes stay in remission if they undergo gastric bypass surgery rather than sleeve gastrectomy, even after regaining weight, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS). Some people who undergo weight loss surgery regain a significant amount […]
People who take acid-reducing drugs may have a higher risk of migraine and other severe headache than people who do not take these medications, according to a study published in the April 24, 2024, online issue of Neurology Clinical Practice, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The acid-reducing drugs include proton pump inhibitors […]
Climbing stairs is associated with a longer life, according to research presented today at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). “If you have the choice of taking the stairs or the lift, go for the stairs as it will help your heart,” said study author Dr. Sophie […]
The hip joint capsule plays a crucial role in hip function and stability, with its thickness being a significant factor in various medical conditions, surgical outcomes, and rehabilitation strategies. While magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has been the primary tool for measuring hip joint capsule thickness, a recent study explores the viability of ultrasound as an […]
A recent population-based cohort study published in the Journal of American Medical Association in South Korea found significant insights regarding the recurrence of uveitis following COVID-19 vaccination. The study targeted individuals with a history of uveitis who received one of the major COVID-19 vaccines and highlighted an increased risk of inflammation recurrence post-vaccination which could […]
Denmark: A recent analysis of EVOLVE Study Cohort has shown a higher risk of large for gestational age (LGA) offspring and preterm delivery with the insulin pump treatment (versus multiple daily injections) in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes before the widespread use of automated insulin delivery. The study, published in Diabetes Care, stated, “This […]
Researchers have found that US adults with post–COVID-19 condition (PCC) experience higher rates of psychiatric symptoms, including depression and anxiety, as well as cognitive and sleep difficulties, compared to those without Post–COVID-19 Condition. Additionally, individuals with PCC are more likely to encounter cost-related barriers when seeking mental health care, according to a study analyzing data […]
Tofacitinib may Improve Itching and Other Symptoms Among Psoriasis Patients with PsA suggests a new study published in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. Tofacitinib may lead to patients with psoriasis and history of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) to see improvement by Week 16 in disease, joint pain, pruritus, morning stiffness, and […]
Researchers have found in a nationwide cohort study that Sarcoidosis was associated with long-term risk of venous thromboembolism. A growing body of evidence implies that Chronic inflammation is a precursor to venous thromboembolism (VTE). However, unlike other inflammatory conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis, data on the risk of VTE in individuals with […]
USA: A recent study published in the American Journal of Kidney Diseases has revealed that higher oxalate, calcium, phosphorus, and sodium levels in urine are linked to increased risk of kidney stones, while higher uric acid, urine volume, citrate, potassium, & magnesium correlate with lower risk. Dominance analysis revealed three tiers of relative importance among […]