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Inconsistencies in statin prescribing practices?
My understanding is that the ACC/AHA released updated guidelines for cholesterol management in 2014; in particular, rather than treating to specific target levels for LDL-C, it has more specific criteria based on a 10-year risk assessment model. …
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Difference between hypovolemic shock and heart arrest caused by hypovolemia?
Is there a difference between hypovolemic shock and heart arrest caused by hypovolemia ?
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Why is episodic use of infliximab associated with a higher incidence of antibody formation towards the drug?
It has been shown in many studies that episodic use of infliximab (and other Anti-TNF agents) increases the incidence of antibody formation towards the drug, when compared with giving the drug on a regular schedule, such as once every 8 weeks [1, 2,…
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How exactly is whole-wheat flour healthier than white flour?
I've read the question about Why is White flour unhealthy. It seems like raw/bleached/white flour is just the endosperm component, but that whole-wheat flour contains the endosperm along with the fibrous portions (germ and bran).
White flour gets…
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How does the "leucovorin rescue" work exactly? Why doesn't it make cancerous tumours grow?
Folinic acid is used to counteract methotrexate toxicity in cancer patients. But why exactly doesn't it counteract methotrexate's therapeutic effects? Why doesn't this "leucovorin rescue" make tumors grow?
I found this explanation:
because the…
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I always thought mouth breathing was a joke
After watching shows like Stranger Things, I just assumed the term mouth breather was a joke (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opUP0Nag9pQ). However, after doing a little research, it seems to be a legitimate medical problem that can negatively…
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What is Asperger‘s syndrome in relation to autism?
How closely is Asperger‘s syndrome related to autism? I’m curious as I’ve got both.
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Routine angioplasty after heart attack?
Angioplasty is a commonly performed procedure (with some risk) to open clogged arteries supplying blood to the heart. But is angioplasty always needed if a person has suffered a heart attack in the past (recent or remote)? Thanks for your insight.
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Is adrenaline a coctail of hormones, rather than one hormone?
Although it has been called the "Fight or Flight Hormone" adrenaline
can be better described as 'Do it NOW!!! hormones." First things
first, notice the 's.' Adrenaline isn't just one thing, but a cocktail
of chemicals and hormones. For a more…
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How can one choose the proper pressure setting on a water flosser (e.g., Waterpik)?
How can one choose the proper pressure setting on a water flosser (e.g., Waterpik)?
Below is what I have read and heard:
https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/9u18am/serious_dentists_of_reddit_whats_the_biggest/e90zult/ (mirror):
Old folks…
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Why can't surgeons operate on nerves?
Why can't surgeons operate on nerves? We see when operating, surgeons always try to protect the major nerves. Doctors handle bones, muscles, tissues but not nerves. Why? Can they see the nerves?
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patient in traumatic cardiac arrest - trauma centre diversion
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I am from Hong Kong and for injured patients who are treated by paramedics and need transport to hospital for treatment they have a trauma diversion guide. This is for patients with major trauma, designed to go direct to a…
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Can isometric exercises preserve independence in seniors with hip fractures?
Can isometric exercises preserve independence in seniors with hip fractures?
When a senior person has a hip fracture, there's less than 50% chance of recovery to a pre-fracture level of function. You've probably heard that the survivors quite often…
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Why can't we give blood within 8 days after taking an anti-inflammatory?
I'm used to regularly giving my blood and other blood components (plasma and platelets), but I was surprised the other day to see that one should not proceed to the donation if they consumed anti-inflammatory pills less than 8 days before. I…
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Where does Ibuprofen inhibit COX-1, and what is its MoA?
Both ASA and Ibuprofen are COX-1 inhibitors. However, ASA inhibits the formation of the enzyme Thromboxan A2 through inhibition of COX-1 at SER 529, which is responsible for thrombocytes. That in turn results in the coagulation inhibition of ASA.…
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