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Foods That Reduce Candida Overgrowth
Candida, or yeast, overgrowth can cause health problems for sensitive individuals. Issues may range from minor complaints such as recurring yeast infections and digestive issues to major concerns including difficulty functioning due to fatigue and memory problems. Testing for candida imbalance is d
Causes of Polymyalgia
The name Polymyalgia--also known as Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR)--comes from the Greek term for muscle pain. This inflammatory disease results in stiff and achy muscles in the neck, shoulders, upper arms, hips and thighs. The disease affects people over the age of 50. For some patients, the onset of
Rates of Influenza-like Illness and Winter School Breaks
What are the effects of school breaks on influenza virus transmission?
Counting Central Line-Associated Infections in the ICU
An important new study sheds light on how best to determine the number of central line-associated bloodstream infections in the ICU. William R. Jarvis, MD, offers perspective.
Progression From New MRSA Colonisation to Infection
In patients who have acquired MRSA, how often does the colonization develop into a subsequent MRSA infection?
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1, Thailand, 2004
This group describes the epidemiologic features of the H5N1 epidemic in Thailand in 2004, with focus on introduction of the virus, distribution of disease in poultry, control measures, and consequences.
The Correlation Between Hepatitis and Thyroid Diseases
Hepatitis can significantly put a person at a higher risk of getting thyroid diseases.
Risk Factors for Human Infection with Avian Influenza A H5N1, Vietnam, 2004
This group conducted a case-control study of all cases of avian influenza H5N1 identified in humans in Vietnam in 2004.
Urinary Tract Infections: A Common but Fascinating Infection
There are still many unanswered questions about urinary tract infections.
No Evidence of Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Among Returning US Travelers
This group reports the results of investigations of patients with suspected H5N1 that were reported to CDC from February 2003 through May 2006.
Symptoms of MRSA Nares
MRSA--methicillin-resistance Staphylococcus aureus---frequently shows up in swabs of the nose. These MRSA colonies in what both ancient Romans and modern-day health care providers call "nares" cause disease in as many as 25 percent of patients admitted to hospitals or long-term care facilities. MRSA
Oral Thrush in Children
Oral thrush in a child produces a yeast infection in the mouth and throat. A thrush infection is normally found in infants and young children, but it will also occur in older children and adults diagnosed with diseases that affect the immune system. A child older than 3 who develops an oral thrush i
Antifungal Hair Treatment
Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition caused by malassezia, a fungus that grows on the scalp. According to the Mayo Clinic, the fungus is found in the oily secretion, and can cause red, itchy bumps and crusts on the skin. Other symptoms include yellow or white scales that attach to the hair. Seb
Oral Ketoconazole in Dermatology: Where Are We Now?
What does the recent Drug Safety Communication on ketoconazole mean for dermatology practice?
Automated Methods for Surveillance of Surgical Site Infections
Automated data, especially from pharmacy and administrative claims, are available for much of the U.S. population and might substantially improve both inpatient and postdischarge surveillance for surgical site infections complicating selected procedures, while reducing the resources required.
Low Frequency of Poultry-to-Human H5N1 Virus Transmission, S. Cambodia
Despite frequent, direct contact with poultry suspected of having H5N1 virus infection, none of 351 participants from 93 households had neutralizing antibodies to H5N1.
Infectious Diseases: October 30, 2004
Dr. Bartlett reviews the latest on influenza, antibiotic tx guidelines, MRSA, hepatitis B, West Nile virus, smallpox vaccination, Crohn's disease, C difficile, prions, rhinovirus, & more.
New Human Tick-Borne Infections
Don’t miss this overview of 2 newly reported tick-borne pathogens to consider, along with some cautionary advice, by Paul G. Auwaerter, MD.
How to Understand And Deal With The Viral Infection Known As Shingles
Shingles is a viral infection. It is caused when the chicken pox virus, which has lain dormant in the nerve tissues for years, reappears, and travels up the nerve's path to the surface of the skin.
Ebola: Your Clinical Questions Answered
Questions and concerns raised by Medscape readers are answered by the experts.