Welcome S.C.T.C, here are Medical News Today's headlines for June 13, 2018. |
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| Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs |
| What is refeeding? Refeeding is reintroducing food after a period of malnourishment or starvation. If electrolytes become imbalanced as digestion resumes, a person can develop refeeding syndrome. Symptoms include fatigue and weakness, and treatment involves careful monitoring and intravenous electrolyte replacement. Learn more here. |
| Alzheimer's / Dementia |
| Smoking and diabetes 'risk factors' for calcium buildup in brain A study of brain CT scans of patients with memory problems found that diabetes and smoking were linked to hippocampal calcifications. | Even slightly elevated blood pressure increases dementia risk Hypertension in middle age is known to increase the risk of dementia, but so far the specifics are unclear. A new study sheds fresh light on this matter. |
| Back Pain |
| Lower back pain and vaginal discharge: What to know Lower back pain and vaginal discharge are common on their own. When they occur together, this can point to specific medical issues. In this article, learn about seven possible causes of both lower back pain and vaginal discharge. We also describe risk factors, diagnostic methods, and treatment options. |
| Cardiovascular / Cardiology |
| Even slightly elevated blood pressure increases dementia risk Hypertension in middle age is known to increase the risk of dementia, but so far the specifics are unclear. A new study sheds fresh light on this matter. |
| Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery |
| What causes webbed toes in humans? Some people are born with extra skin between their toes. This is called webbing, and it can be a genetic condition, although sometimes the cause is unknown. The treatment to correct webbed toes usually involves surgery to remove the extra skin. In this article, learn more about webbed toes and how to treat them. |
| Dentistry |
| How long does it take for a gum graft to heal? A gum graft is a procedure to treat receding gums. It is a simple process that does not take long to do. The recovery period is typically a few weeks and usually involves eating soft or cold foods to avoid damaging the graft. Complications are rare, and insurance may or may not cover the procedure. Learn more here. |
| Dermatology |
| What causes webbed toes in humans? Some people are born with extra skin between their toes. This is called webbing, and it can be a genetic condition, although sometimes the cause is unknown. The treatment to correct webbed toes usually involves surgery to remove the extra skin. In this article, learn more about webbed toes and how to treat them. |
| Diabetes |
| Smoking and diabetes 'risk factors' for calcium buildup in brain A study of brain CT scans of patients with memory problems found that diabetes and smoking were linked to hippocampal calcifications. | Metabolic risk tied to both too much and too little sleep Lack of sleep can impact our health, but can too much sleep also be harmful? New research links both extremes to an increased risk of metabolic problems. |
| Eating Disorders |
| What is refeeding? Refeeding is reintroducing food after a period of malnourishment or starvation. If electrolytes become imbalanced as digestion resumes, a person can develop refeeding syndrome. Symptoms include fatigue and weakness, and treatment involves careful monitoring and intravenous electrolyte replacement. Learn more here. |
| Emergency Medicine |
| What is refeeding? Refeeding is reintroducing food after a period of malnourishment or starvation. If electrolytes become imbalanced as digestion resumes, a person can develop refeeding syndrome. Symptoms include fatigue and weakness, and treatment involves careful monitoring and intravenous electrolyte replacement. Learn more here. |
| Ear, Nose and Throat |
| What causes breath to smell like urine? Most people will have bad breath at least once in their life, but it is unusual for breath to smell like urine. Possible causes range from nasal congestion to chronic kidney disease (CKD). Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Here, learn more about why breath might smell like urine and how to treat it. |
| Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness |
| Metabolic risk tied to both too much and too little sleep Lack of sleep can impact our health, but can too much sleep also be harmful? New research links both extremes to an increased risk of metabolic problems. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| What causes breath to smell like urine? Most people will have bad breath at least once in their life, but it is unusual for breath to smell like urine. Possible causes range from nasal congestion to chronic kidney disease (CKD). Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Here, learn more about why breath might smell like urine and how to treat it. |
| Genetics |
| What causes webbed toes in humans? Some people are born with extra skin between their toes. This is called webbing, and it can be a genetic condition, although sometimes the cause is unknown. The treatment to correct webbed toes usually involves surgery to remove the extra skin. In this article, learn more about webbed toes and how to treat them. |
| Hypertension |
| Metabolic risk tied to both too much and too little sleep Lack of sleep can impact our health, but can too much sleep also be harmful? New research links both extremes to an increased risk of metabolic problems. | Even slightly elevated blood pressure increases dementia risk Hypertension in middle age is known to increase the risk of dementia, but so far the specifics are unclear. A new study sheds fresh light on this matter. |
| Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses |
| What causes breath to smell like urine? Most people will have bad breath at least once in their life, but it is unusual for breath to smell like urine. Possible causes range from nasal congestion to chronic kidney disease (CKD). Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Here, learn more about why breath might smell like urine and how to treat it. | What to know about Epstein-Barr virus testing The Epstein-Barr virus is a type of herpes virus. It is very common, and because the symptoms are quite general, a doctor may order an Epstein-Barr virus blood test to confirm whether or not a person currently has or has had this virus in the past. Read on to learn about the procedure and how to interpret the results. |
| Medical Devices / Diagnostics |
| What to know about Epstein-Barr virus testing The Epstein-Barr virus is a type of herpes virus. It is very common, and because the symptoms are quite general, a doctor may order an Epstein-Barr virus blood test to confirm whether or not a person currently has or has had this virus in the past. Read on to learn about the procedure and how to interpret the results. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| Single brain 'switch' controls both sleep and wakefulness Contrary to current scientific theories, our brains do not use several areas to control sleep and wakefulness, suggests a new study. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| What is refeeding? Refeeding is reintroducing food after a period of malnourishment or starvation. If electrolytes become imbalanced as digestion resumes, a person can develop refeeding syndrome. Symptoms include fatigue and weakness, and treatment involves careful monitoring and intravenous electrolyte replacement. Learn more here. | Frozen orange juice may be more healthful than fresh Contrary to popular belief, frozen orange juice defrosted to room temperature may be a better source of healthful nutrients, shows a new study. |
| Pain / Anesthetics |
| Lower back pain and vaginal discharge: What to know Lower back pain and vaginal discharge are common on their own. When they occur together, this can point to specific medical issues. In this article, learn about seven possible causes of both lower back pain and vaginal discharge. We also describe risk factors, diagnostic methods, and treatment options. |
| Pregnancy / Obstetrics |
| Lower back pain and vaginal discharge: What to know Lower back pain and vaginal discharge are common on their own. When they occur together, this can point to specific medical issues. In this article, learn about seven possible causes of both lower back pain and vaginal discharge. We also describe risk factors, diagnostic methods, and treatment options. |
| Public Health |
| Frozen orange juice may be more healthful than fresh Contrary to popular belief, frozen orange juice defrosted to room temperature may be a better source of healthful nutrients, shows a new study. |
| Radiology / Nuclear Medicine |
| Smoking and diabetes 'risk factors' for calcium buildup in brain A study of brain CT scans of patients with memory problems found that diabetes and smoking were linked to hippocampal calcifications. |
| Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia |
| Metabolic risk tied to both too much and too little sleep Lack of sleep can impact our health, but can too much sleep also be harmful? New research links both extremes to an increased risk of metabolic problems. | Single brain 'switch' controls both sleep and wakefulness Contrary to current scientific theories, our brains do not use several areas to control sleep and wakefulness, suggests a new study. |
| Smoking / Quit Smoking |
| Smoking and diabetes 'risk factors' for calcium buildup in brain A study of brain CT scans of patients with memory problems found that diabetes and smoking were linked to hippocampal calcifications. |
| Stroke |
| Even slightly elevated blood pressure increases dementia risk Hypertension in middle age is known to increase the risk of dementia, but so far the specifics are unclear. A new study sheds fresh light on this matter. |
| Surgery |
| How long does it take for a gum graft to heal? A gum graft is a procedure to treat receding gums. It is a simple process that does not take long to do. The recovery period is typically a few weeks and usually involves eating soft or cold foods to avoid damaging the graft. Complications are rare, and insurance may or may not cover the procedure. Learn more here. | What causes webbed toes in humans? Some people are born with extra skin between their toes. This is called webbing, and it can be a genetic condition, although sometimes the cause is unknown. The treatment to correct webbed toes usually involves surgery to remove the extra skin. In this article, learn more about webbed toes and how to treat them. |
| Urology / Nephrology |
| What causes breath to smell like urine? Most people will have bad breath at least once in their life, but it is unusual for breath to smell like urine. Possible causes range from nasal congestion to chronic kidney disease (CKD). Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Here, learn more about why breath might smell like urine and how to treat it. |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| Lower back pain and vaginal discharge: What to know Lower back pain and vaginal discharge are common on their own. When they occur together, this can point to specific medical issues. In this article, learn about seven possible causes of both lower back pain and vaginal discharge. We also describe risk factors, diagnostic methods, and treatment options. |
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