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How accurate is PPI test in GERD, chest pain diagnosis?
Use of the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) test showed acceptable sensitivity but poor specificity in diagnosing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a study has shown. The test, however, works better in GERD-related noncardiac chest pain (NCCP).
How accurate is PPI test in GERD, chest pain diagnosis?
19 Mar 2023Polygenic risk scores tied to episode polarity in bipolar disorder
Polygenic risk scores (PRS) for bipolar disorder, major depression, and schizophrenia are predictive of episode polarity and psychotic symptoms in a similar manner among individuals with bipolar disorder, suggests a recent study.
Polygenic risk scores tied to episode polarity in bipolar disorder
18 Mar 2023Vitamin E supplements a cure for rheumatoid arthritis?
Supplementation with vitamin E fixes the intestinal barrier and the gastrointestinal tract, which then helps prevent and treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA), reveals a study.
Vitamin E supplements a cure for rheumatoid arthritis?
18 Mar 2023Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy of benefit to select patients with bipolar disorder
When added to standard treatment, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) may have favourable effects for patients with bipolar disorder and moderate to severe levels of depression and functional impairment, according to a study.
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy of benefit to select patients with bipolar disorder
18 Mar 2023Poorly controlled T2D in Singaporeans: Who are at risk of diabetes-related distress?
One in six people with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes (T2D) in Singapore experiences diabetes distress, with the risk factors including younger age, previous tobacco use, kidney disease history, and depressive symptoms, as reported in a study.