Childhood Obesity: Targeted Dietary Interventions Childhood obesity is a global concern, and dietary interventions have shown varying effectiveness in reducing BMI in children and adolescents. However, there is little guidance on targeted dietary approaches and energy reduction, leading to inconsistent recommendations. This excellent systematic review aimed to assess the effectiveness of
Creatine: Understanding its Benefits and Safe Usage for Bodybuilders
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. Creatine: Understanding its Benefits and Safe Usage for Bodybuilders When it comes to supplements in the fitness world, creatine stands as one of the most well-researched and popular choices. Creatine
Supragastric Belching And Acid Reflux Severity
Supragastric Belching And Acid Reflux Severity SGB, known as supragastric belching, is a behavioral disorder where individuals rapidly inhale and expel air. It is commonly observed in those experiencing symptoms resembling acid reflux, as well as in individuals with excessive belching. Studies in the past have indicated a higher prevalence of
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Diagnosis Using Nerve Ultrasonography
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Diagnosis Using Nerve Ultrasonography Overview The conventional diagnostic modality for diabetic peripheral neuropathy is via the use of nerve conduction studies (NCS), however, this investigation does not evaluate or demonstrate the structure of the nerve. This research was aimed at investigating the use of peripheral nerve ultrasonography as a
IBD: A Link To Cancer And Infection
IBD: A Link To Cancer And Infection Individuals diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) face higher susceptibility to malignancy and infection when compared to the general population. The primary objective of this study was to identify and describe risk factors associated with malignancy or serious infection in patients with IBD, with a
What Works Best: ABA Therapy or Other Autism Treatments
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. What Works Best: ABA Therapy or Other Autism Treatments Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, is a complex and manageable neurodevelopment condition that affects each child differently. For medical professionals and
Renal Transplant Risks With Prostate Cancer
Renal Transplant Risks With Prostate Cancer Overview Renal transplant candidates are recommended to undergo a systematic screening for prostate cancer at the time of listing. It is a growing concern that low-risk prostate cancer diagnosis may lead to reduced access to renal transplant services without any significant oncological benefit. The aim of this
COPD Risk With Diabetes And Pre-Diabetes
COPD Risk With Diabetes And Pre-Diabetes A new trail-blazing study links diabetes, pre-diabetic states, and an extended duration of diabetes to an increased risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease development. This article will explore this ground-breaking research and its findings. Background of the Study Diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) are among
Urothelial Carcinoma – Ureteral and Renal Pelvic Tumors
Urothelial Carcinoma - Ureteral and Renal Pelvic Tumors Overview Ureteropelvic and renal pelvic carcinoma have similar origins, however, variations in genetic and clinical parameters makes them two distinct conditions. The single-center data obtained for the molecular subtypes and characteristics of the two muscle-invasive tumors were validated using clinical data from the Surveillance,
Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Case Of Metastasis to the Tonsils
Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Case Of Metastasis to the Tonsils Overview Tonsillar metastases of Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) are very rare. There are as few as five documented and published cases. In this report, we present a case of palatine tonsillar Merkel cell carcinoma metastases in a patient who did not show
