Medical Edge Newspaper Column

August 2010 Newspaper Column

August 6

• "Bump" on Collarbone Not Uncommon After Fracture

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  Resource: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Minnesota

• Stents — A Useful Alternative to Temporary Colostomy in Some Patients with Colon Cancer

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  Resource: Rectal Cancer

August 13

• ALS Not Likely the Cause of Ongoing Voice Changes if No Other Symptoms Present

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  Resource: Neurology

• Pancreas Transplant Doesn't Always Remove the Need for Diabetes Treatment

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  Resource: Pancreas Transplant

August 20

• Pain in Finger Joints a Common First Symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis

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  Resource: Rheumatology in Minnesota

• Despite Availability of Vaccine, Whooping Cough Continues to Affect People of All Ages

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  Resource: Infectious Diseases in Minnesota

August 27

• Much to Consider when Looking for a Primary Care Physician

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  Resource: Family Medicine

• Anxiety Before New School Year is Common for Many Children

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  Resource: Psychiatry and Psychology