Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
National study compares options for treating fecal incontinence
It is a common health problem that causes uncommon personal discomfort.
Jan 29, 2019
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Incontinence
Cancer
More U.S. men holding off on prostate cancer surgery
(HealthDay)—Many more American men are now saying no to surgery for low-risk prostate cancer, and choosing to monitor the disease instead, a new study finds.
Feb 12, 2019
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Health
Physical restraint doesn't protect patients – there are better alternatives
It's an uncomfortable image to consider: an elderly person – perhaps somebody you know – physically restrained. Maybe an aged care resident deemed likely to fall has been bound to his chair using wrist restraints; or ...
Feb 11, 2019
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Cancer
Final verdict on finasteride: Safe, effective prevention for prostate cancer
Finasteride, a generic hormone-blocking drug, was found to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 25 percent in the landmark Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial (PCPT). Long- term data, published today in the New England Journal ...
Jan 23, 2019
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Neuroscience
Certain sites of brain lesions in MS tied to bowel incontinence
(HealthDay)—Specific locations of cerebral multiple sclerosis lesions appear to be associated with bowel incontinence, according to a study published online Dec. 11 in the Journal of Neuroimaging.
Dec 14, 2018
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Delivery method associated with pelvic floor disorders after childbirth
Research completed at Johns Hopkins and the Greater Baltimore Medical Center has demonstrated that vaginal childbirth substantially increases the probability a woman will develop a pelvic floor disorder later in life. Pelvic ...
Dec 19, 2018
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Surgeons fear pelvic mesh lawsuits will spook patients
Doctors who specialize in female pelvic medicine say lawsuits by four states, including Washington and California, over products used to treat pelvic floor disorders and incontinence might scare patients away from the best ...
Jan 10, 2019
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Medical research
Tiny, implantable device uses light to treat bladder problems
A team of neuroscientists and engineers has developed a tiny, implantable device that has potential to help people with bladder problems bypass the need for medication or electronic stimulators.
Jan 02, 2019
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Neuroscience
Laryngeal symptoms may be caused by cranial nerve 9 and 10 compression at the brain stem
While a sudden coughing fit is a protective reflex to clear the airway, chronic cough can be caused by multiple factors that must be investigated to determine treatment. Cough is just one of several laryngeal symptoms including ...
Jan 03, 2019
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Health
Keeping fit: How to do the right exercise for your age
The effect of exercise on health is profound. It can protect you from a range of conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. But the type and amount of exercise you should do changes as you age. ...
Jan 03, 2019
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Why improving access to surgery in childbirth makes economic sense
Maternal mortality remains high around the world, with more than 303,000 women dying in pregnancy, childbirth or shortly afterwards. The majority (99%) of these deaths occur in developing countries. More than half of these ...
Jan 02, 2019
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Memory and cognition problems affect recovery in rehabilitation facilities
After a hospital stay, many older adults will be discharged to a skilled nursing facility to recover. The goal of this type of short-term nursing care is to help patients regain their ability to function and perform their ...
Dec 20, 2018
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Cancer
Oxybutynin decreased frequency of hot flashes, improved QOL for breast cancer survivors
Treatment with oxybutynin helped reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes for women who could not take hormone replacement, including breast cancer survivors, according to results of a trial presented at the 2018 ...
Dec 07, 2018
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Behavioral treatment can help control incontinence
Dear Mayo Clinic: For the past few years, I've noticed that, when I cough or sneeze, I sometimes leak a small amount of urine. Twice in the past month, I had this happen without warning. And, instead of it being a small leak, ...
Sep 01, 2017
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New genomic analysis promises benefit in female urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence in women is common, with almost 50% of adult women experiencing leakage at least occasionally. Genetic or heritable factors are known to contribute to half of all cases, but until now studies had failed ...
May 29, 2017
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