Hysterectomy linked to increase in heart disease
Women who have a hysterectomy, especially those under 50 who also have their ovaries removed, seem to be at increased risk of heart disease.
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Month: April 2011
In the journals: A device to prevent heart failure is twice as effective in women
Women who received an implantable device that helps the heart maintain its rhythm had a much larger reduction in serious cardiac events, and greater improvement in cardiac function, than the men in the study.
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Ask the doctor: Is it okay to drink alcohol if I have an implanted defibrillator?
You have said that alcohol can cause heart rhythm problems. I have an implanted defibrillator. Is it okay for me to drink alcohol?
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Heart Beat: HDL function, not just amount, could affect artery health
Research suggests that some HDL cholesterol is stronger, enabling it to pull more cholesterol out of white blood cells.
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Acupuncture for ED?
Research is beginning to consider the possibility that acupuncture may help some men with erectile dysfunction, but the studies conducted so far have found little evidence to support the theory.
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When patients suddenly become confused
Many people, especially those over 65, experience delirium during illness or hospitalization. In its more common form a person is likely to act withdrawn or appear drowsy, making diagnosis more difficult.
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Food allergies and food intolerances
Incidence of food allergy and food intolerance is increasing, though they are distinct conditions. Food allergies typically begin in infancy, and can be life-threatening if not outgrown. Food intolerance can cause discomfort but is generally less serious.
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Ask the doctor: Heavy bleeding, fibroids, and polyps
I am 53 and have experienced heavy menstrual bleeding. An ultrasound showed fibroids and polyps. My doctor gave me three choices: monitor with ultrasound, get a hysterectomy, or freeze the fibroids and polyps. I am not sure what to do.
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Ask the doctor: Baggy eyes
What causes bags and puffiness around the eyes and dark circles underneath them?
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On call: Alcohol after a heart attack
My husband just had a mild heart attack, and now he wants to have wine with dinner every night. We’ve both heard that wine is good for the heart, but I’m worried that it may not be safe so soon after. I hope you can reassure me or restrain my husband.
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