Archive: 13/05/2014
Arthroscopy of the knee joint for arthrosis: No benefit detectable
The benefit of therapeutic arthroscopy with lavage and possible debridement for the treatment of arthrosis of the knee joint (gonarthrosis) is not proven. There was no hint, indication or proof of benefit of therapeutic arthroscopy ...
May 13, 2014
Stigma of chronic fatigue illness adds to suffering
A new survey shows people with debilitating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or ME (Myalgic Encephalopathy) feel misunderstood and stigmatised, and more public education about the condition is needed.
May 13, 2014
Exercise can increase physiological stress responses in the obese
The obese are advised to do physical exercise. But this can increase their physiological stress responses, and thereby make it more difficult to slim, according to a new Norwegian study.
May 13, 2014
Has food allergy incidence risen in Australia?
(Medical Xpress)—In light of Food Allergy Week, Dr Robert Loblay, Sydney Medical School Immunologist and Director of the Allergy Unit at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, has said that the incidence of food allergy has increased ...
May 13, 2014
Birth by C-section, early antibiotic use put kids at risk for allergic esophagitis
Children delivered by cesarean section and those given antibiotics during early infancy appear more prone to developing allergic inflammation of the esophagus—the muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach—according ...
May 13, 2014