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Sickle cell anemia Treatments and drugs – Mayo Clinic

Posted: Published on October 29th, 2015

Bone marrow transplant offers the only potential cure for sickle cell anemia. But finding a donor is difficult and the procedure has serious risks associated with it, including death. As a result, treatment for sickle cell anemia is usually aimed at avoiding crises, relieving symptoms and preventing complications. If you have sickle cell anemia, you'll need to make regular visits to your doctor to check your red blood cell count and monitor your health. Treatments may include medications to reduce pain and prevent complications, blood transfusions and supplemental oxygen, as well as a bone marrow transplant. Medications used to treat sickle cell anemia include: Hydroxyurea (Droxia, Hydrea). When taken daily, hydroxyurea reduces the frequency of painful crises and may reduce the need for blood transfusions. Hydroxyurea seems to work by stimulating production of fetal hemoglobin a type of hemoglobin found in newborns that helps prevent the formation of sickle cells. Hydroxyurea increases your risk of infections, and there is some concern that long-term use of this drug may cause tumors or leukemia in certain people. However, this hasn't yet been seen in studies of the drug. Hydroxyurea was initially used just for adults with severe sickle cell anemia. Studies on … Continue reading

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Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology

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Message from the Chair Welcome to the Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology. The goal of the department is to apply our knowledge of molecular and cellular biology to understand and reverse human disease. Regenerative medicine is an emerging field that aims to revolutionize the treatment of disease by providing cures rather than treating symptoms. It relies on multidisciplinary approaches that require expertise in diverse areas. Approaches include the use of stem cells to provide limitless supplies of cells for transplant therapy and disease modeling, bioengineering and tissue engineering to generate replacement tissues and organs, and the production of transgenic animals to study the fundamental molecular basis of organ formation and disease. The department has active research programs in tissue fabrication and bioengineering, developmental biology, cardiovascular and liver disease, cancer biology, cell signaling, and drug development. The Department is also heavily involved in biomedical education through the training of medical and graduate students. Regenerative medicine is at a particularly exciting stage, with investigators being poised to make discipline-changing advances of high impact. The field is on the cusp of revolutionizing biomedical science, and as regenerative medicine researchers we are limited only by our imaginations. Read more here: Department of … Continue reading

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Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity An Open Access …

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Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity is a unique peer-reviewed, open access journal that publishes original research and review articles dealing with the cellular and molecular mechanisms of oxidative stress in the nervous system and related organ systems in relation to aging, immune function, vascular biology, metabolism, cellular survival and cellular longevity. Oxidative stress impacts almost all acute and chronic progressive disorders and on a cellular basis is intimately linked to aging, cardiovascular disease, cancer, immune function, metabolism and neurodegeneration. The journal fills a significant void in todays scientific literature and serves as an international forum for the scientific community worldwide to translate pioneering bench to bedside research into clinical strategies. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity was founded in 2008 by Professor Kenneth Maiese who served as the Editor-in-Chief of the journal between 2008 and 2011. The most recent Impact Factor for Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity is 3.516 according to 2014 Journal Citation Reports released by Thomson Reuters in 2015. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity currently has an acceptance rate of 42%. The average time between submission and final decision is 53 days and the average time between acceptance and publication is 28 days. See more here: Oxidative Medicine and … Continue reading

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Ulcerative Colitis – Free Online CME Activities

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Definition Ulcerative colitis, one of the inflammatory bowel diseases, is characterized by recurring episodes of inflammation of the mucosal layer of the large bowel not related to an intestinal infection or the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). The inflammation always involves the rectum and can extend proximally in a continuous fashion. Ulcerative proctosigmoiditis refers to inflammation extending into the sigmoid colon. Left-sided colitis refers to inflammation extending up to, but not beyond, the splenic flexure. Pancolitis refers to disease that extends proximally to the splenic flexure. Approximately 50% of patients present with proctosigmoiditis, 30% with left-sided colitis, and 20% with pancolitis. Interestingly, about 50% progress to more extensive disease over the first 5 years of disease.1 The inflammation is characterized by superficial ulcerations, granularity, and a distorted vascular pattern (Figure 1). Histologic features include an expansion of the lamina propria with inflammatory cells and crypt abscesses (Figure 2. There are usually no fistulae or granulomas, the usual histologic features of Crohn disease. Back to Top The annual incidence of ulcerative colitis is between 1 and 10 cases per 100,000 people, depending on the region studied. The peak age-specific inci-dence occurs near 20 years, and a second smaller peak occurs … Continue reading

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Ulcerative Colitis Diet – Colitis Home Page

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Is There a Special Diet for Ulcerative Colitis? It is only natural to assume that because ulcerative colitis is a condition that affects the digestive system, diet could play a role in preventing or treating it. Many people wonder if there is a special "ulcerative colitis diet" to help slow down the progression of, or even cure, the disease. The short answer to this question is no. Despite extensive research, there is no special diet that has been proven effective for preventing, treating, or curing ulcerative colitis. Until more data is available, people should continue to follow balanced and healthy diets, be skeptical of "miraculous" claims, and avoid elimination diets and fad nutritional practices. Some suggestions for eating a well-balanced diet include: You should also try and get regular physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day on most days of the week. A person with ulcerative colitis should take vitamin supplements only as his or her doctor recommends. Read the original here: Ulcerative Colitis Diet - Colitis Home Page … Continue reading

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Best Cardiology Doctors in USA – SuggestADoctor.com

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Suggested Doctors - Filter List : --- All Branches --- Allergy & Immunology Anesthesiology Cardiology Dermatology Emergency Medicine Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Metabolism Family Medicine Gastroenterology General Practice Geriatrics Hematology Infectious Disease Internal Medicine Medical Genetics Nephrology Neurological Surgery Neurology Obstetrics & Gynecology Oncology (Cancer) Ophthalmology Optometry Oral and Maxillofacial Orthopedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Plastic Surgery Podiatry Preventive Medicine Pulmonology Psychiatry Radiology Sleep Specialist Surgery Urogynecology Urology Other --- All States --- Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Doctor State Suggestions Speciality Other Info Jonathan C FONG MD. Florida (Ocala) Cardiology Florida Cardiology Louisiana (Lacombe) Cardiology Texas (Houston) Cardiology Michigan (Dewitt) Cardiology Montana (Billings) Cardiology Florida (Bradenton) Cardiology Pennsylvania Cardiology Illinois Cardiology Florida Cardiology Florida (Bradenton) Cardiology New York (New York) Cardiology District of Columbia (Washington) Cardiology Illinois (Gurnee) Cardiology Delaware (Wilmington) Cardiology Maryland (Lutherville Timonium) Cardiology Delaware (Rockland) Cardiology … Continue reading

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Cardiology Divisions Medicine College of Medicine …

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At the University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville, Division of Cardiology, our internationally recognized faculty are leaders in cardiac care, research and education. They provide services across Northeast Florida, including at the UF Health Cardiology Center - Jacksonville ACC, which has the region's only fully integrated, comprehensive heart programs and the resources of an academic medical center. The center's programs include the Coronary Interventional Program, Nuclear Program, Electrophysiology Program, Non-Invasive Program and Peripheral Interventional Program. Our faculty's research involvement in each of the above programs is evident in their published works and numerous presentations given around the world. We are leaders in the field of research, being the first to bring many new devices and technologies to the North Florida/South Georgia area. We share our wealth of knowledge and experience through three ACGME-accredited fellowship training programs in cardiology, interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology, as well as undergraduate education. Thank you for your interest in our division. We have included contact information, if you should have any additional questions. Theodore A. Bass, M.D. Chief, Division of Cardiology; Medical Director, Cardiovascular Center; Read the original: Cardiology Divisions Medicine College of Medicine ... … Continue reading

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Cardiology (Heart Disease and Disorders) – University of …

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Our Services Heart Failure Heart Failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. The most common causes of heart failure include high blood pressure and blockage of the heart arties. Symptoms of heart failure include shortness of breath, fatigue, weakness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, feet, and abdomen. Cardiac Catheterization Lab Cardiac catheterization is a test used to diagnose abnormalities of the coronary blood vessels. Our cardiac catheterization laboratories are fully equipped to provide state-of-the-art diagnostic and interventional services. Standard diagnostic procedures for both adult and child patients are routinely performed. Cardiovascular Program for Women Led by Dr. Joan Briller, the Cardiovascular Program for Women has a team devoted to identifying early predictors of heart disease because they understand the importance of early intervention. The program, established in 2001, is the most comprehensive of its kind in the city. It provides state-of-the-art cardiac screening, prevention and therapy services, as well as specialized care for pregnant women with heart disease. Echocardiography Lab Echocardiography is a diagnostic test that uses ultrasound waves to produce an image of the heart muscle and valves. All clinical and research imaging is performed in … Continue reading

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Cardiology Schools – Cardiologist College Education

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A Cardiologist is a physician who specializes in the field of cardiology, a branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the heart and blood vessels. As a physician, a cardiologist must train as a doctor before taking advanced training to become a cardiologist. The field of cardiology is divided into fields consisting of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electro-physiology. Advanced training is necessary to train doctors in a particular field of cardiology. Cardiologists attend four years of medical school before going on for six to eight more years of training to specialize in cardiology. A general cardiologist first spends three years training in internal medicine, followed by three or more years in specialized cardiology training. A pediatric cardiologist must spend the first years of training in pediatrics, followed by three or more years training in cardiology. A cardiac surgeon must spend at least five years training in general surgery before starting a cardio-thoratic program. During training, cardiologists are trained to treat heart attacks, heart failure, heart disease, and serious heart rhythm disturbances. Training also prepares cardiologists to make decisions about heart catheterization, balloon angioplasty, heart surgery, and other procedures. During training, specialists … Continue reading

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Cardiology.org : About Cardiology.org

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Home / About Cardiology.org Lab Locations The clinical exercise physiology consortium (Dr Myers, Dr Ashley and Dr Froelicher) is located at five sites, three at the Palo Alto VA Medical Center (PAVAMC) and two at the Stanford University Campus: 1) Cardiology Department at the VA Hospital (PAVAMC, Bldg 101); 2) Exercise Training Unit (PAVAMC, Bldg 51); 3) Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Unit (PAVAMC, Bldg 6); 4) Stanford Sports Medicine Human Performance Laboratory (Arrellaga Recreation Bldg, 531 Galvez Ave, Stanford Campus), 5) Stanford Medical Center Exercise Testing Laboratory and Cardiomyopathy Clinic. Statistical and Data Management Core Site Rest and exercise ECG data management Computerization of data gathering Data analysis, reporting, biostatistical analysis and publications Hardware and Software Evaluation Computerized ECG analysis and expired gas analysis Educational Services Dr Ashley is Assistant Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and directs the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Clinic. He graduated in Physiology and Medicine from the University of Glasgow, Scotland, before completing his residency at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, England. He was awarded a prestigious Wellcome trust award to join the clinician-scientist PhD program in Molecular Cardiology at the University of Oxford. He later moved to Stanford to work with Tom Quertermous as a Donald … Continue reading

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