Medical Edge Newspaper Column

March 2012 Newspaper Column

March 2

• History of Baldness on Either Side of Family Increases Risk of Balding

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  Resource: Hair Loss

• Take Steps to Help Sharpen Your Memory as You Age

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  Resource: Alzheimer's Disease

March 9

• CJD an Uncommon, Degenerative Brain Disease

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  Resource: Neurology in Minnesota

• Benefits of Osteopenia Medication Remain Even After Discontinuing Use

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  Resource: Endocrinology in Minnesota

March 16

• Age-related Changes to Taste and Smell a Common Occurrence

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  Resource: General Internal Medicine in Minnesota

• Rare Disease Causes Inflammation of Cartilage Throughout Body

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  Resource: Rheumatology in Minnesota

March 23

• Repeat Cortisone Injections Not Uncommon in Patients with Chronic Inflammatory Condition

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  Resource: Anesthesiology in Minnesota

• Several Species of Human Intestinal Tapeworms Exist

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  Resource: Infectious Diseases in Minnesota

March 30

• Hip Replacement Can Be Reasonable Option Even for Older Adults

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  Resource: Hip Replacement Surgery

• Treatment for Peripheral Artery Disease Depends on Severity of Symptoms

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  Resource: Peripheral Artery Disease