Kennedy Krieger Institute Opens First Clinic for Albright Hereditary Osteodystrophy

December 29, 2010

Dr. Emily Germain-Lee Brings New Expertise and Research to the Institute Newswise — Kennedy Krieger Institute announced the opening of a new clinic for the treatment and research of Albright hereditary osteodystrophy (AHO), a rare genetic disorder affecting the bones, skin and hormone-producing tissues. under the direction of Dr. Emily Germain-Lee, the clinic will provide [...]

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Genital Herpes Treatment

December 29, 2010

After getting the virus because of sexual contact you may not show the diseases for many days. after that also the initial flare up is many times so mild that the patient commonly ignores it. the second flare up that may occur anytime after the first flare up may be severe. the time gap between [...]

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Do flu symptoms really mean labor is about to come?

December 29, 2010

I have heard rumors that flu symptoms mean you are about to go into labor, does anyone know if this is true? Two nights ago I woke up feeling like I have to throw up, ever since I have just been really nauseated. I am 39 weeks pregnant. this is my second pregnancy, and I [...]

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Doctors: Be careful of holiday germs

December 29, 2010

BLOOMINGTON — Families and friends shared more than holidaycheer on Christmas. Central Illinois urgent care centers were swamped on Sunday andMonday as people appeared with upper respiratory infections, strepthroat and some influenza. “It’s a family time of year and that spreads germs,” said Dr.Sam Moore of Convenient Care at OSF Medical Group-College Avenue,Bloomington. Some people [...]

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Cough drug dangerous for young kids, FDA says

December 29, 2010

The Food and Drug Administration warned consumers on Tuesday that the accidental ingestion of Tessalon liquid cough capsules pose a serious risk of side effects or death to children under 10 years old. Tessalon is approved by the agency to treat cough symptoms in patients older than 10. but, the agency said, the capsules may [...]

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What are people thinking when they post serious medical symptoms on YA rather than go to the hospital?

December 29, 2010

I've seen people ask questions about serious burns, stroke, acid in the eyes, bleeding, swelling of the throat to the point of not being able to breath, you name it… It's cheeper than going to the Dr. =)

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Don’t forget threat of carbon monoxide

December 29, 2010

December 28, 2010 2:00 AM As winter takes hold of the Seacoast, we appreciate Rye Fire Chief William Sullivan reminding residents to take measures to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide, or CO, is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death. the gas is produced when we burn fuel to heat [...]

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Lip Cancer Symptoms

December 29, 2010

People who are exposed to direct sun light are at greater risk of developing the lip cancer. this article principally deals with lip cancer symptoms which are a most common form of oral cancer. The oral cavity in a human body includes parts that have individual tasks to perform. the front part of the oral [...]

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Fever in Children: When to Call the Doctor

December 29, 2010

Fever Facts If you’re a parent, you can probably relate to the warning bells that start ringing in your head when you find that your child has a fever. A fever is typically defined as a rectal temperature over 100.4 degrees F. or an oral temperature above 99.5 degrees F. Normal temperature ranges vary depending [...]

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Additional case of whooping cough found in Kittitas County – Daily Record: News

December 29, 2010

A third laboratory-confirmed case of pertussis has beenidentified in Kittitas County, according to a news release fromKittitas County Public Health Department. In addition to the three laboratory-confirmed cases, there arefive cases with known exposure and cough lasting more than twoweeks, the release said. all but one of the cases are associatedwith Thorp School District. Thorp [...]

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