Medication Misuse: Growth Hormone for Athletic Performance and Anti-Aging
There has been a significant surge in the use of growth hormone to improve athletic ability and combat aging despite no clear supporting evidence.
All articles by Amit Akirov, MD
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Painful Diabetic Neuropathy
Vitamin D supplements may significantly improve neuropathic symptoms, including pain and quality of life.
Sufficient Vitamin D Levels May Improve Foot Pain in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis
Researchers determined whether vitamin D supplementation and maintenance of sufficient vitamin D levels reduced foot pain in knee osteoarthritis.
Benefits of Deep Brain Stimulation for Early Stage Parkinson Disease
Compared with optimal medical therapy alone, deep brain stimulation can decrease the risk for disease progression in patients with early-stage Parkinson disease.
Medication Misuse: Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome and Misuse of Adrenal Supplements
Off-label use of glucocorticoids and over-the-counter supplements is common for adrenal fatigue, a condition characterized by a constellation of nonspecific symptoms.
Consensus Statement Outlines Recommendations for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support
A consensus statement outlines the benefits and barriers associated with diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Perfluoroalkyl Substances Exposure Linked to Earlier Natural Menopause
Exposure to some perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances may be associated with an earlier onset of natural menopause.
The Effects of Puberty and Menstrual Cycle on Migraine in Girls
Migraine attacks were more frequent in post-pubertal compared to pre-pubertal girls, with no observed difference in headache characteristics between the groups.
The Role of Precision Medicine in Parkinson Disease
Precision medicine offers a promising therapeutic strategy for patients with Parkinson disease, allowing for tailored treatments which reflect the unique pathophysiology in each patient.
Variation in Body Weight Increases Risk for Dementia in Adulthood
High body weight variability may be associated with increased risk for all-cause dementia and Alzheimer dementia in older patients.
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