New Studies Point to Bidirectional Pathways Between Migraine and RA
A possible bidirectional association between migraine and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is investigated.
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USPSTF: Starting Aspirin in Patients 60 or Older for Primary CVD Prevention Not Recommended
Starting aspirin in patients 60 years or older to prevent a first heart attack or stroke is not recommended.
Migraine Management: How to Treat Patients With Vascular Disease
The use of triptans is contraindicated in patients with migraine and a history of ischemic stroke or coronary artery disease, although there is no substantial evidence that they directly increase the risk for vascular events.
Top August & September 2021 FDA Approvals
August and September 2021 FDA drug approvals include treatments for tick-borne encephalitis, idiopathic hypersomnia, schizophrenia, and atopic dermatitis.
Study Reveals Histopathologic Findings in the Muscle and Nerve in Patients With Severe COVID-19
Researchers analyzed autopsies of patients who died from COVID-19 to understand the pathophysiology of COVID-19-related myopathy.
Sleep-Wake Disturbance Highly Prevalent in Populations With Liver Disease
Researchers summarized the reciprocal interaction between sleep and liver diseases, including cirrhosis, and investigated potential approaches for therapeutic interventions.
ADHD Persists Into Young Adulthood in 90% of Cases
Although ADHD symptoms may fluctuate over a patient’s life, symptoms often persist into adulthood.
Trudhesa Nasal Spray Approved for Acute Treatment of Migraine
The approval is supported by data from the phase 3 STOP 301 study, which evaluated the safety and tolerability of Trudhesa in 354 adults with migraine.
AHA Presidential Statement: The Link Between Opioid Use, CVD, and Stroke
The AHA has issued a Presidential Advisory Statement outlining considerations for addressing the effects of opioids on cardiovascular and neurovascular health.
Sleep Disorders Highly Prevalent in Children With Migraine
Higher Children’s Sleep Habits Questionnaire total score correlated with higher frequency of severe attacks, lower drug efficacy.
Are Epidural Steroid Injections Effective for Lumbosacral Radicular Syndrome?
The researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analyses to determine if epidural steroid injections result in clinically meaningful improvement in lumbosacral radicular syndrome.
Substance Use Disorder Prevalent for Young Adults With ADHD
Patients with ADHD are at increased risk for developing alcohol use disorders, cannabis use disorders, other drug use disorders.
Protein S Deficiency and Thrombosis: Selected Case Studies
The authors review 8 cases of thrombosis in uncommon sites caused by protein S deficiency.
AHA Statement Addresses Impact of Childhood OSA on Heart Health
Main risk factor for OSA in childhood is obesity; families and health care professionals should be counseled regarding this link.
Case Study: Increasing Frequency of Nosebleeds Leads to Graves Disease Diagnosis
A 14-year-old adolescent with epilepsy presents with increasing episodes of nosebleeds, increased rate of speech, leg pain with little exercise, and irritable mood. Learn how delayed diagnosis of Graves disease affected her treatment.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Early Diagnosis for Proactive Management
Early diagnosis and treatment of SMA can limit disease progression in children and adults, extending life expectancy and improving QOL.
Increased Frequency of Comorbid Conditions in Adults With ADHD
The researchers investigated the phenotypic and etiological associations between ADHD and a wide range of physical health conditions across adulthood.
Obesity With Cardiometabolic Abnormalities Tied to Cognitive Decline
Poorer cognitive trajectories seen for Hispanics/Latinos with central obesity in presence of cardiometabolic abnormalities
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Raises Sudden Cardiac Death Risk
Experts Younghoon Kwon, MD, MS, FACC, and Richard J Castriotta, MD, FCCP, FAASM, discuss the connections between obstructive sleep apnea and sudden cardiac death.
Metabolic Syndrome Linked to Increased Risk for Stroke Recurrence
Low levels of HDL cholesterol and having 2 or more components of metabolic syndrome predict stroke recurrence
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