Entries by aaron

Adjunctive Hemodialysis may improve Biochemical biomarkers in Adults with DKD Without increasing Short-Term Risks: Study

Researchers have found in a new research that among adults with diabetic kidney disease (DKD), adjunctive hemodialysis improved markers of renal function, inflammation, and glycemic control without raising short-term complication risks. However the researchers emphasized the need for large, multicenter randomized trials to confirm patient-centered outcomes. Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) progresses inexorably to kidney failure; […]

Moderate Increase in Dementia Risk Linked to Tiotropium Use in Older COPD Patients: JAMA

A recent population-based study published in the Journal of American Medical Association identified a modest increase in dementia risk associated with the use of the inhaled bronchodilator tiotropium in older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These findings raise questions about possible central nervous system effects of long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMAs), experts emphasize that the […]

Study finds addictive screen use, not total screen time, linked to youth suicide risk

New research found that youth who become increasingly addicted to social media, mobile phones or video games are at greater risk of suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts and emotional or behavioral issues. The study, published in JAMA, was led by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine, Columbia University and University of California, Berkeley. Unlike previous studies that […]

Difficult childhood experiences may increase the risk of endometriosis: Study

A new study from Karolinska Institutet involving over a million women links difficult childhood experiences to the risk of being diagnosed with endometriosis later in life. The study shows a link between childhood exposure to violence and a twofold increase in the risk of developing this gynaecological disease. Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue […]

FDA Clears AI-Powered Wristband for Essential Tremor Relief

The FDA has approved the Felix™ NeuroAI™ Wristband, a wearable AI-driven neurostimulation device, for treating upper limb functional limitations in adults with essential tremor. The cloud-based system delivers personalized therapy, continuously adjusting stimulation throughout the day based on the patient’s needs. “The Felix wristband represents a significant step forward in noninvasive, personalized treatment options for […]

Sleep and Testosterone: Dual Drivers of Psoriasis Risk in Men: Study

Men with low testosterone levels below 300 ng/dL are twice as likely to develop psoriasis (OR 2.97), while sleep less than 7 hours was associated with a 76% higher risk, according to NHANES data. Risk diminished at very low testosterone levels and beyond 8 hours of sleep, highlighting hormonal balance and sleep as modifiable risk […]

Unhealthy Lifestyle, Chronic Illnesses, and Mental Health Issues Linked to Greater BPH Severity in Elderly Chinese Men: Study

China: A recent study published in Frontiers in Medicine highlights a significant relationship between the severity of lower urinary tract symptoms/benign prostatic hyperplasia (LUTS/BPH) and lifestyle choices, the presence of multiple chronic conditions, and mental health status among older Chinese men. Conducted by Yifan Wu and colleagues from the Department of Urology, Jiangnan University Medical […]

NEET 2025: Check Expected MBBS Cutoffs for Govt Medical Colleges in Karnataka

New Delhi: With the NEET UG 2025 results announced and AIQ counselling to begin soon, thousands of medical aspirants across Karnataka are now turning their attention to the state’s MBBS counselling process. Among the top choices for many are the government medical colleges that offer quality education at subsidized fees. Karnataka is home to a […]

Intravascular Insights: Study evaluates Overlooked Challenge of Volume Depletion in Colonoscopy Preparation

Fasting and bowel preparation before colonoscopy can lead to intravascular volume depletion, but rigorous assessment of its clinical implications is limited. Recent prospective cohort study was conducted to evaluate the relationship between intravascular volume status and hypotension during propofol sedation for elective colonoscopy. The cohort included adult patients undergoing colonoscopy following polyethylene glycol (PEG) bowel […]

First oral drug shows promise for Barth syndrome heart and muscle symptoms

Researchers at Tohoku University have discovered that an oral drug called MA-5 can improve both heart and muscle problems in Barth syndrome, a rare genetic disorder affecting 1 in 300,000 births worldwide with no current cure. Barth syndrome is caused by mutations in the TAZ gene that leave patients-mostly young boys-with weakened hearts, muscle fatigue, […]