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O'Mathuna DP. Guided imagery for treating pain. Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):103-106.
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Schneider C, Lovett E. St. John's wort for the treatment of depression: An update. Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):97-103.
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Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. This fact is clear and unequivocal. Yet it could be argued that no other preventive health measure raises as many questions or causes as much confusion for patients and for their doctors. The intent of this article is to cut through the confusion and misinformation surrounding colorectal cancer screening and to give primary care physicians the facts to help their patients make informed decisions and choose the test that’s right for them.
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A fixed combination of the narcotic analgesic oxycodone and the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent ibuprofen has been approved for the short-term treatment of acute moderate-to-severe pain. This first time combination of these 2 agents is marketed by Forest Laboratories as CombunoxTM.
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Although irritable bowel syndrome is mostly viewed as a nuisance disease without serious consequences, a surprisingly large number of IBS patients may suffer severe depression, hopelessness, and consequential suicidal ideation.
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The addition of niacin to patients with known CAD on statins raised HDL cholesterol and reduced atherosclerosis progression.
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A single fecal occult blood test from a digital rectal exam specimen does not provide adequate screening for colorectal neoplasia and cannot replace standard at-home 6-sample fecal occult blood testing.
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Obesity is an important, potentially modifiable risk factor for AF. The excess risk of AF associated with obesity appears to be mediated by left atrial dilatation. These prospective data raise the possibility that interventions to promote normal weight may reduce the population burden of AF.
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