The symptoms of endometriosis
New York women may be interested in learning that endometriosis afflicts about 1 out of 10 females. Although this disorder is relatively common, there are many women who are unaware of the symptoms. According to a registered nurse and CEO of HealthyWomen, part of the problem is that some individuals may attribute the pain caused by endometriosis to the normal discomfort caused by menstruation.
Diagnosing a congenital heart defect
Some children in New York have congenital heart defects, although minor defects may not be diagnosed in young children. More serious ones might be detected either before birth or shortly after birth. Signs of a heart defect include delayed growth, rapid breathing or a bluish tint to fingernails, lips or skin.
Study discovers pathways behind diabetic kidney disease
Researchers have discovered the biological pathways involved in the development of diabetic kidney disease, according to a study. The findings, which were published in the journal Diabetes, could lead to early diagnostic tests and better treatments for diabetic patients living in New York and nationwide.
Common causes for medical misdiagnoses
Patients in New York and across the country can sometimes be the subject of a wrong diagnosis. This can occur in instances where they try to diagnose their illness themselves without consulting a medical professional, fail to take tests or do not report all their symptoms to their physician because they might be too embarrassed. However, a great deal of misdiagnoses occurs because of negligence on the part of a doctor or specialist.
The misdiagnoses of acute kidney injury
Patients in New York who have received an initial diagnosis of acute kidney injury may want to be aware that this condition is often misdiagnosed. This is according to a study conducted by researchers from Columbia University Medical Center. The findings, which are based on an examination of electronic medical records of 3.8 million intensive care and emergency patients, indicate that the current procedure for assessing kidney function may provide misleading results during the initial evaluation of a patient.
Striving for better patient care in hospitals
New York residents may be aware that preventable medical deaths occur in hospitals each year in the United States. According to a representative from Health Watch USA, there have been a few reports that have estimated the annual number to be more than 200,000. Some of the preventable conditions that may lead to patient deaths while in a hospital setting include bed ulcers, blood clots and surgical errors.
The advantages of prefilled syringes over vials
A New York City hospital has found that using prefilled syringes instead of vials for surgery may be both cheaper and safer. Anesthesiologists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in Manhattan have begun using the prefilled syringes for some procedures. This is a time when mistakes may be more likely to happen because there are no checks on the anesthesiologist who is responsible for prescribing, preparing and administering the drug.
Diagnosing fibromyalgia and the importance of diet
Some New York City residents who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia may not actually be suffering from the syndrome. In fact, uapproximately percent of patients who were diagnosed with fibromyalgia may have received a misdiagnosis and may be suffering from another condition or medical problem, according to one medical expert. This also may mean that patients may not be receiving the treatment that they need.
Risks of skipping mammograms
Mammogram results that are false-positive indicate that an abnormality that shows up may be cancer. Due to the fear this can cause, many women in New York may be foregoing additional tests and screenings after they receive their false-positive results. According to breast cancer experts and a study conducted by Illinois researchers, the postponement of additional tests, such as a biopsy or more imaging, can be fatal, as the early detection of cancer is key to receiving effective treatment and saving lives.
WHO encourages early cancer detection
New York patients who receive a late diagnosis of cancer often endure preventable suffering and death. According to the World Health Organization, efforts for early cancer detection have to intensify.