A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Juvenile primary osteoporosis. ... Juvenile primary osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by thinning of the bones ( osteoporosis) that begins in childhood.
Women who experience early menopause are almost twice as likely to have osteoporosis and are at greater risk for fracture and death than women who experience menopause later in life, according to results of a 34-year study conducted in Sweden. More »
The first generic versions of Boniva (ibandronate) tablets, a once-monthly product for managing or preventing osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, have received FDA approval. More »
Data from a long-term prospective study reveal that, for many older women, the pace of bone mass deterioration takes place on the scale of decades, not single years. Here, the lead author of the study describes how to interpret the results to choose the date for your own patient's next bone-density... More »
(AUDIO) Data from a long-term prospective study reveal that, for many older women, the pace of bone mass deterioration takes place on the scale of decades, not single years. Here, the lead author of the study describes how to interpret the results to choose the date for your own patient's next... More »
Osteoporosis would develop in fewer than 10% of older, postmenopausal women during rescreening intervals of about 15 years for those with normal bone density or mild osteopenia, 5 years for those with moderate osteopenia, and 1 year for those with advanced osteopenia, according to a study reported... More »
Women with normal bone density are unlikely to develop osteoporosis within 15 years and can forego the duel-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) radiology exams to detect it for at least that long. More »
Areal bone mineral density is lower in women who have a history of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). In later life, these patients may be at risk for osteoporosis complications, including fragility fractures. More »
The first detailed comparison of thoracic vertebrae between humans and other primates shows that humans are set up by nature to have vertical fractures. More »
There is much information available on osteoporosis, but not all of it is correct. To reduce your risk of fracture you must become an informed consumer. Taking a little time to learn about the condition is well worth the effort and much less painful than a vertebral compression or hip fracture. More »
Viral causes are implicated in potentially deadly A-DRESS SYNDROME (dermatitis, hepatitis, interstitial nephritis, and eosinophilia) among allopurinol users. Skin biopsy and a wide panel of viral titers are well advised. . ..
Latent Tuberculosis Infection in RA: The Disease and the Diagnosis
Although tuberculosis is common in RA even in the absence of treatment, false-negative tuberculin skin test results are frequent because of either immunosuppressive treatment or a natural waning of immunity. . ..
The quads and hamstrings of OA patients who later have knee replacement seem to be firing continuously, according to new biomechanics research. Training with the Alexander technique may offer relief. . ..
Recognizing and Managing Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
Gradually increasing mild pain in the back of the knee, stiffness, and pain with squatting or kneeling may be the only signs of PCL injury, arising long past the acute period after a seemingly trivial inciting event. . ..
Recognizing Rheumatologic Aspects of Cocaine Abuse
Cocaine and its contaminants, primarily levamisole, can cause lesions of the earlobes and cheeks, midline granulomatous lesions, and a mimic of vasculitis. . ..
Is There Truly A Therapeutic "Window of Opportunity" in RA?
Combined studies of more than 6,000 patients agree: To lessen joint damage and achieve remission, treat rheumatoid arthritis at least during the first 12 weeks after diagnosis.. . .
Raynaud's phenomenon is usually absent from eosinophilic fasciitis, which may be difficult to differentiate from scleroderma. Nearly all scleroderma patients have Raynaud's, usually early on. . .
Obese Woman With Fibromyalgia and Increasing Back Pain
Clues to spinal epidural abscess as a cause of back pain (a potentially disabling condition and thus a diagnostic "great save"):
1. Usually insidious onset 2. Usually thoracic (most back pain is cervical or lumbar) 3. Major red flag: fever (though often absent, especially early in the course). . .
Primary Care Can't Thrive Without Nurse Practitioners Courtney H. Lyder, ND, May 17, 2013 With a projected shortfall of primary-care physicians, it's time for alternate solutions to patient care. Nurse practitioners are one logical remedy.
