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Recovery time from disorder affecting nerves can vary
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was recently diagnosed with Parsonage-Turner syndrome following a rotator cuff repair. There's not much information out there. Can you tell me more about it? I'm currently going through weekly steroid infusion treatment. I have pain in...Tags: Steroids, Physical Therapists, Medical Research, Inflammation, Health Treatments
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UCF Medical School graduated its first class Friday
And they're doctors. The first class of medical students to come out of the University of Central Florida College of Medicine graduated Friday morning during a ceremony on the UCF campus. The charter class of 36 graduates also was the first class of...
Tags: Financial Aid, Teaching and Learning, Hospitals and Clinics, Lake Nona, John Hitt
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What is gluten? And other frequently asked questions about gluten
What is gluten? Gluten is a protein that is found in certain grains, including wheat, barley and rye and triticale (a cross between wheat and rye). What problems prompt people to avoid gluten? Gluten causes inflammation of the small intestine in...
Tags: Allergies, Iron (dietary supplement), Symptoms, Medical Procedures and Tests, Diseases and Illnesses
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Cedars-Sinai stands out for steep pricing
When Medicare disclosed average charges from thousands of U.S. hospitals for 100 common procedures last week, only one hospital was near the top in every category: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Be it a cardiac stent, a hip replacement or a...
Tags: Career and Workplace, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Medical Research, Employment Opportunities, Hospitals and Clinics
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How early can a child be diagnosed with autism?
Q: What symptoms should parents watch for if they are worried a young child may have autism? Is it possible to diagnose autism before age 2? A: With careful evaluation by an expert, diagnosing a child younger than 2 with autism is possible. More often,...
Tags: Behavioral Conditions, Autism, Symptoms, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Forgetfulness not necessarily a sign of dementia
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As his caregiver, how can I tell if my father's memory loss is just a natural part of aging, or if it's the early stages of Alzheimer's disease? At what point should I take him to be seen by a physician? ANSWER: In many people, memory...Tags: General Practitioners, Memory Loss, Medical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Car Safety Tips and Advice
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High hospital bills go public, but will it help?
WASHINGTON (AP) — For the first time, the government is publicly revealing how much hospitals charge, and the differences are astounding: Some bill tens of thousands of dollars more than others for the same treatment, even within the same city....
Tags: Barack Obama, White House, Washington, DC, Antitrust Issues, New York University
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Technology may find ovarian cancer cells at an earlier stage
New technology for identifying early stage ovarian cancer in uterine and cervical cells could have the potential to one day stem this often deadly disease, according to a recent study in the International Journal of Cancer. Using equipment that can...Tags: Medical Specialization, Medical Research, Ovarian Cancer, Diseases and Illnesses, Hospitals and Clinics
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Is Beyonce pregnant? Some pros and cons
Los Angeles TimesIs Beyonce pregnant? Sure, if you listen to some sources, or no way Jose, if you listen to others. "Music insiders" reportedly told the New York Post, after the Met Gala last week, that the superstar and wife of Jay-Z is indeed with child. Witness her...Tags: Google Inc., Morning Sickness, Social Media, MTV (tv network), Beyonce
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'Mad Men' recap: Slave to love
Being a "Mad Men" fan these days feels a little like being a woman who, after dating a string of jerks, finally gives a nice guy a chance and discovers that, hey, there's something to this after all. One of the ongoing debates about this season is...Tags: Adultery, John F. Kennedy Assassination (1963), Martin Luther King Jr., Linda Cardellini, AMC (tv network)
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Weight just one factor to consider when measuring health
Tribune Media ServicesDEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is it possible to be 30 pounds overweight and still be healthy? My blood pressure and cholesterol are normal, and I have no health issues other than being overweight. ANSWER: Weight is one important measure of health. But it's not...Tags: Overweight, High Blood Pressure, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Diseases and Illnesses, Body Mass Index
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Work with your doctor to weigh pros, cons of treatment options for hyperthyroidism
Tribune Media ServicesDEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've had hyperthyroidism for just over one year, and medication does not seem to keep it in check. I don't want to have my thyroid removed. But I'm nervous about radioactive iodine treatment, which is what was recommended. Is it safe?...Tags: Iodine (dietary supplement), Dietary Supplements, Medical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Chemical Industry
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