MS: New drug proven to slow brain shrinkage
A randomized, placebo-controlled trial shows that a new drug can reduce the atrophy of the brain, which is a hallmark of multiple sclerosis. …read more
Are red spots on the breast a sign of cancer?
There are many possible causes of red spots or a rash on the breast, including allergic reactions, infections, problems with the milk ducts, and several other skin conditions. However, red spots can sometimes be an early sign of inflammatory breast cancer or Paget’s disease of the breast. Learn more here. …read more
FDA Warns of Serious Genital Infection With SGLT2 Inhibitors
The agency has received reports of 12 cases of necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum in patients taking sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, including five women. News Alerts …read more
How do you use vaginal suppositories?
People can use vaginal suppositories for reasons ranging from birth control to treatment for infection. Vaginal suppositories are simple to insert, as the step-by-step guide and tips in this article explain. We also look at the different types of vaginal suppositories, and when people may benefit from their use. …read more
What causes lactation when not pregnant or breastfeeding?
Women usually begin lactating after giving birth or sometimes during pregnancy. However, some women and men may produce a milky discharge from the nipples without being pregnant or breastfeeding. Doctors call this condition galactorrhea. In this article, learn about the possible causes of lactating when not pregnant. …read more
Where Do You Get Your Guidelines?
With the National Guideline Clearinghouse website dark for now, clinicians must look elsewhere for up-to-date guidelines. Medscape Reader Polls …read more
Fibroids: Which Uterine-Sparing Approach Is Best?
A study quantifies reintervention risk and quality of life after initial management of fibroids with a uterine-sparing technique. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Is it possible to get pregnant while on birth control?
Although some forms of birth control are nearly 100 percent effective, they can fail sometimes. In this article, we explain why different types of birth control fail and discuss the percentage of women who get pregnant while using birth control. We also cover the early symptoms of pregnancy and when to see a doctor. …read…
Risk Factor Reduction Cuts Excess CV Risk in Diabetes
Bringing four risk factor variables into target range and stopping smoking can nearly eliminate the excess cardiovascular burden associated with type 2 diabetes. Medscape Medical News …read more
Many Rectal STIs in Women Missed by Genital Testing Only
One in five women reporting anal sex were infected with a rectal STI only, which would have been missed if they were tested for genital STIs alone. Medscape Medical News …read more