A study of children diagnosed with bipolar disorder, who were assessed periodically over several years, found that manic episodes persisted into adulthood for 44% of the participants, and that about one third had developed substance abuse problems.
I am 53-year-old woman. I had a hysterectomy 10 years ago. My ovaries were not removed. How will I know when I reach menopause?
My recent blood test shows a prostate specific antigen (PSA) level of 5.85. My blood test last year showed a PSA of only 3.0. What does this mean? Have I entered the dangerous zone of needing surgery for possible prostate enlargement? Should I get another blood test to confirm my last reading?
I just received my lab test results. Everything was normal except my red blood cells, which are enlarged. What can cause this?
How well does the new drug varenicline work for people who want to stop smoking?
My 60-year-old father underwent a brain MRI. Everything was normal. However the report included the following statement: “Involutional brain changes in the form of deepening of the cortical sulci with dilatation of the surrounding subarachnoid spaces.” What does this mean?
Doctors can support their patients throughout the treatment and recovery process by asking questions to determiine if a spiritual component would be of benefit to the patient.
Researchers found a correlation between the deletion or duplication of a section of genes on one particular chromosome and an increased risk of a child developing an autism disorder.
Are these symptoms from high blood pressure: headaches, heart racing, fatigue and salty taste/saliva?
What are the current recommendations about human growth hormone for children with short stature? Are there any long-term studies on side effects?