Atypical femoral fractures (AFFs) in patients with hip or knee replacements are more similar to AFFs than to periprosthetic femoral fractures and are more likely in patients taking bisphosphonates. Medscape Medical News …read more
Maternal Tdap vaccination provided greater neonatal immunity when administered early in the third trimester, according to a new study. Medscape Medical News …read more
While it is unlikely, a woman can get pregnant before the first postpartum period. In this article, learn more about how soon a woman can get pregnant after having a baby, how long doctors recommend waiting, and about the possible risks of pregnancies that are too close together. …read more
Invasive lobular breast cancer affects the lobules, which contain glands that produce breast milk. This type of cancer can spread to other parts of the breast and may affect other areas of the body. In this article, learn more about treatments, remission, and outlook. …read more
Inotersen treatment led to improvements in neurologic and quality-of-life endpoints in patients with hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis with polyneuropathy in a pivotal phase 3 trial. FDA Approvals …read more
High estrogen levels can cause a range of symptoms. Males may experience sexual problems and enlarged breasts, while females may experience weight gain and menstrual complications. A person may have high estrogen because of a natural imbalance, or because they are taking certain medications. Learn more here. …read more
‘These results underscore the importance of timely recognition of fracture events, especially in men,’ says the lead author of a 25-year case-control study. Medscape Medical News …read more
Researchers have recently conducted a new study into bladder infections. They now suggest that we ought to drink plenty of water to keep them at bay. …read more
The expanded age range for Gardasil 9 is an important opportunity to help prevent HPV-related diseases and cancers in a broader age range, the FDA said. FDA Approvals …read more
The European Medicines Agency has confirmed its earlier precaution regarding the use of dolutegravir in women who are or who could become pregnant; it expects to make final recommendations next year. News Alerts …read more