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The potassium sensitivity test (PST) was administered to 244 patients with pelvic pain and 47 control patients by enrolling gynecologists at 4 separate facilities. Previous work by these physicians had shown that the test appears to identify the presence of interstitial cystitis (IC) by detecting abnormal permeability of the bladder epithelium.
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There are 2 important potential uses for the measurement of testosterone levels: 1) to monitor the dosage of testosterone supplementation; and 2) to diagnose hyperandrogenism, whatever the cause. Unfortunately, the measurement of testosterone is particularly difficult in women because of the low circulating levels.
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Smallpox Vaccination Guidelines Published by CDC; Nurses: Delay Vaccination Program; Viagra Effective for Depression Treatment; Finisteride/Doxazosin no Better than Placebo for Urinary Obstruction; Serevent Receives Dear Doctor Letter
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Synopsis: The clinical value of single-agent trastuzumab in recurrent ovarian cancer is limited by the low frequency of HER2 overexpression and low rate of objective response among patients with HER2 overexpression.
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Synopsis: Acute oral administration of 50 mg and 100 mg of androstenedione to postmenopausal women increases serum testosterone and estrone but not estradiol.
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Synopsis: Postpartum fever after cesarean delivery is associated with an increased risk of uterine rupture during a subsequent trial of labor.
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A humor agenda may prove to be an indispensable part of the health care package for both the receivers and providers of medical care! The following article will include some effective examples of how to turn glum into fun.
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FDA Approves Claritin For OTC Use For Seasonal Rhinitis; Simpler Atrial Fibrillation Management; Oral Anticoagulation Vs Aspirin in AF; Immunization Does Not Cause Autism; Statins May Lower CRP Levels; Simvastatin Reduced CRP Plasma Levels; FDA Actions
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