Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Treating constipation in seniors: A review of current treatments

For seniors who are constipated, the use of polyethylene glycol and lactulose are effective, according to a review of current treatments published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). The article reviews the latest ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Secondary osteoporosis: More than what meets the eye

An SGH study has revealed that considering all osteoporotic patients as having simple osteoporosis and treating all of them alike by putting them on potent long term medication without finding out the cause of their osteoporosis ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Metabolic syndrome may cause kidney disease

Metabolic syndrome comprises a group of medical disorders that increase people's risk of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and premature death when they occur together. A patient is diagnosed with the syndrome when he or she ...

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