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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy May Ease Fibromyalgia
But treatment isn't FDA-approved, so insurance companies might not cover the cost
Glypican-1 Protein May Help Identify Pancreatic Cancer Early
But more research is needed before test is used for monitoring or screening, researchers say
Vitamin B12 Alters Transcriptome of Skin Microbiota
And B12 supplementation in P. acnes cultures found to promote production of porphyrins
Paclitaxel-Coated Balloon Found Superior in Femoropopliteal PAD
Higher rate of primary patency of target lesion at 12 months versus angiography with standard balloon
Providers’ Electronic Notes Tied to Better Glycemic Control
Higher documentation of lifestyle counseling tied to lower time to HbA1c targets
Prenatal Exposure to H2 Blockers, PPIs Ups Asthma Risk
Small but significantly increased risk of asthma in offspring; higher risk with greater exposure
Atraumatic Needles Prevent Postdural Puncture Headache
Significantly lower incidence of PDPH with atraumatic S-type versus traumatic Q-type needles
Variable Symptoms for Acid-Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Allergy
Patients manifest symptoms of HWP-wheat-dependent exercise-induced anaphylaxis, urticaria
Patient Experience Instrument Useful for Skin Disease Care
Consumer Quality Index Chronic Skin Disease instrument measures patient experience
‘Smart Insulin Patch’ Holds Promise for T1DM
Patch contains glucose-regulated vesicles, which are loaded with insulin, sensitive to hypoxia
