Nucleoside and nucleotide analogues inhibit telomerase activity and leads to shortening of telomere length (TL) in activated PBMC’s in culture.
Uncomplicated cellulitis, defined as cellulitis without abscess, is most often caused by streptococci.
Risk of TB in older persons; Non-cocci cocci; A new “App” for your mobile phone
Bacteria were present on the cell phones of all hospital clinicians studied, with potentially pathogenic microorganisms isolated from 29% of them. Contamination with pathogens was found more commonly with smart phones than with non-smart phones, and by multivariable analysis no other factor was associated with this difference.
Perioperative beta-blockers; Medication use and pregnancy; Discontinuation of statins; FDA actions
To some, the term genital emergencies recalls junior high school with the typical adolescent male humor of the time. But to a physician, this term describes a collection of disorders with potential implications to reproductive, sexual, and urologic function. Since many of these disorders are progressive, with the potential to cause increasing injury with the passage of time, early recognition and treatment are important in minimizing damage. In this two-part series, the author discusses the current literature and makes treatment recommendations for both the common and rare emergent conditions that can affect the male genitalia.
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is common in community practice and it has been speculated that it is the result of chronic immune proliferation or infection. In a review of Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results registry data, coupled with Medicare claims data, an association of CFS with non-Hodgkin lymphoma is clearly demonstrated.
