Neurology
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Prophylactic Antibiotics Don’t Prevent Poststroke Pneumonia
Key clinical point: Prophylactic antibiotics don’t prevent poststroke pneumonia in patients with dysphagia. Major finding: According to the...
Clinical Review
“I Feel Dizzy, Doctor”
Diagnosing the underlying cause of this common complaint can be challenging because many conditions present with dizziness. This review—and...
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Metformin-induced B12 Deficiency Linked to Diabetic Neuropathy
Key clinical point: Metformin has an overall detrimental effect on neuropathy mediated by its effect on MMA, a specific biomarker of B12...
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Fibromyalgia Does Not Fit an Analogy
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EASD: High A1C Linked to Elevated Dementia Risk in Patients With T2DM
Key clinical point: Lowering HbA1cand good general diabetes risk-factor control may help prevent dementia in patients with type 2 diabetes. Major...
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Smoking Sped Progression of Multiple Sclerosis
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Physical Activity, Omega-3 Supplements Didn’t Improve Cognitive Outcomes
Key clinical point: Neither physical activity nor omega-3 supplements improved cognitive function in two separate studies of high-risk elderly...
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USPSTF: Evidence Insufficient to Recommend Autism Screening in Children
Clinical Review
Targeting Neuropathic Pain: Consider These Alternatives
When patients with painful peripheral neuropathy fail to respond to—or are unable to tolerate—standard therapies, consider these lesser-known...
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Insulin Resistance Linked to Decreased Brain Metabolism, Memory Function
Key clinical point: Insulin resistance is associated with decreased cerebral glucose metabolism and memory function. Major finding: Insulin...