Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting the gastrointestinal tract, including Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). IBD affects over 1 million people in the US and is linked to increased short- and long-term mortality. CD and UC are influenced by microbial, genetic, immune, and environmental factors. In a study published […]
India: A recent study published in Consortium Psychiatricum showed that patients reported moderate or even low satisfaction with sessions of a telepsychiatry service, however, the doctor’s attitude to the online service was positive. Researchers from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, working in collaboration with their colleges from Era’s Lucknow Medical College & […]
Use of Isotretinoin as an adjuvant to rhinoplasty may increase cosmetic and patient satisfaction suggests a new study published in the International Journal of Dermatology. Isotretinoin has been used in the treatment of acne for decades through the reduction of sebaceous secretion. There are reports in the literature that isotretinoin may be associated with decreased […]
The growing prevalence of food-as-medicine programs necessitates robust evidence to assess their impact on health. A recent JAMA Internal Medicine concluded that an intensive food-as-medicine program boosts engagement in preventive health care. Still, it didn’t enhance glycemic control compared to standard care among adult participants. Programs for people with high biomarkers need a control group […]
In a groundbreaking study conducted at a prominent Chinese institution, researchers have unveiled a promising connection between preoperative oral carbohydrate (CHO) intake and improved outcomes for elderly patients undergoing surgical treatment for osteoporotic fractures (OPFs). The study addressed the notable gap in the utilization of this practice and concluded that preoperative oral CHO intake may […]
Acute severe hypoglycemia immediately following anesthesia induction is a rare but life-threatening complication that is frequently underdiagnosed due to insufficient awareness A recent case analysis found acute severe hypoglycemia immediately following anesthesia induction in the perioperative setting. The key observations by Qin Tian and team were published in the Journal of Medicine. The case report […]
Kolkata: In a shocking incident, a doctor has been arrested for allegedly raping, holding a 18-year-old nurse captive for several days at his private nursing home in New Town area in Kolkata. Subsequently, the nurse filed a complaint at the local police station on December 23, leading to the registration of an FIR under various […]
Lebanon: A prospective in vivo study published in Cureus has shed light on the effect of dehydration on tooth colour. The researchers showed that dehydration impacted the teeth’s shade: lightness increased, and therefore, the teeth appeared whiter. “Dentists should consider the teeth’s hydration status when evaluating colour for treatments, as there is a significant impact […]
Hyderabad: The Telangana State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission recently directed two doctors from a private hospital in Secunderabad to pay Rs 30 lakh compensation to a patient for alleged wrongful removal of a kidney. It was alleged by the Complainant that his left kidney was removed by them during the hernia operation in 2009. In this […]
In the past few decades, the number of individuals living alone has shown an upward trend. In 2021, the proportion of single-person households in the United Kingdom (UK) and the US reached 29.4% and 28.5%, respectively. Loneliness is a potential mediator in the association of living alone with dementia among older adults. Contrary to living […]