2009 study posted for filing Contact: Jessica Mikulski newsroom@entnet.org 703-535-3762 American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Alexandria, VA – Despite being highly effective and beneficial for many patients, unexpected consequences are emerging in patients who are prescribed… Read More ›
Proton-pump inhibitor
69th Health Research Report 10 NOV 2009 – Reconstruction
Editors Top Five: 1. Scientists discover influenza’s Achilles heel: Antioxidants 2. Commentary warns of unexpected consequences of (antacid) proton pump inhibitor use in reflux disease 3. First national zinc campaign for childhood diarrhea increases awareness, but use lags… Read More ›
Long-term treatment with Antacids can increase weight
Contact: Ye-Ru Wang wjg@wjgnet.com 86-105-908-0039 World Journal of Gastroenterology Long-term treatment with proton pump inhibitor can increase weight Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the most common esophageal disorder, and frequently encountered in the primary care setting. Accumulating evidence has confirmed… Read More ›
68th Health Research Report 27 OCT 2009 – Reconstruction
Editors Top Five: 1. Pesticides exposure linked to suicidal thoughts 2. Why antidepressants don’t work for so many 3. Popular antidepressant associated with a dramatic increase in suicidal thoughts amongst men 4. Music makes you smarter 5. Neurologists Investigate… Read More ›
Acid-reducing medicines may lead to dependency: After 8 weeks
Contact: Alissa J. Cruz media@gastro.org 301-272-1602 American Gastroenterological Association Data suggests proton pump inhibitors can induce acid-related symptoms in healthy adults Bethesda, MD (July 1, 2009) – Treatment with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for eight weeks induces acid-related symptoms like… Read More ›