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Bariatric surgery + medical therapy: Effective Tx for T2DM?
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Adding azithromycin to the usual antibiotic protocol in nonelective c-sections reduces infections, research shows. But not everyone can take...
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Does azithromycin have a role in cesarean sections?
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This common problem involving localized sweating can significantly lower quality of life for affected patients. A new treatment option goes down...
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Oral agent offers relief from generalized hyperhidrosis
An inexpensive and well-tolerated anticholinergic reduces sweating in those with localized—and generalized—hyperhidrosis.
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When can exercise supplant surgery for degenerative meniscal tears?
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Getting kids to drink electrolyte solutions following episodes of mild gastroenteritis can be a challenge. Thankfully, parents can rest easy—a new...
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A more palatable alternative to oral rehydration therapy for kids
Parents no longer need to struggle to get their kids to drink electrolyte solutions during episodes of mild gastroenteritis; apple juice works...
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Monitoring home BP readings just got easier
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