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By Joseph Hazan,M.D.,FACOG
There are genetic factors associated with Alzheimer’s disease. These genetic markers are identified at Washington University School of Medicine by Alison M. Goate and John C. Morris. The genes recently identified are called clustrin (APOJ) on chromosome 8 and PICALM on chromosome 11. The clustrin gene is thought to be […] Condyloma is the most common STD. Important information on Condyloma and HPV types presented here. […] By Joseph Hazan,M.D., FACOG
It is the most frequently reported STD and there are 2.5 million new cases in the US every year. This STD is most common in persons under 25 and is transmitted during any type of sexual interaction. Usually there is no sign of infection. It can infect the newborn as […] By Joseph Hazan,M.D.,FACOG
STDs are sexually transmitted diseases. The terms STIs (sexually transmitted infections) or VD (venereal disease) are also used. In addition to HIV/AIDS, HPV (human papilloma virus), LGV (lymphogranuloma venereum), GI 9granuloma inguinale),MC (molluscum contagiosum), PL (pubic lice), GH (genital herpes), Lues (syphilis), Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomonas are STIs (STDs). Two months ago […] Sex and pregnancy is an issue that is highly important. One third of all couples have problems that impact their relationship long-term. […] By Joseph Hazan,M.D., FACOG
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome patients frequently have increased heart disease risk. This is related to abnormal lipid profile, hypertension, insulin resistance and obesity. Patients with PCOS have increased facial hair, loss of scalp hair, elevated andogen levels, lack of ovulation and infertility. The normal ovulation does not occur in PCOS patients […] By Joseph Hazan,M.D., FACOG
Breast development in girls before age 8 is considered as precocious puberty. This is related to the first stage of puberty which is gonadarche and is related to the activation of estrogen production in the ovaries as signals initiated from the hypothalamic portion of the brain are sent to the […] Obesity and pregnancy problems […] By Joseph Hazan,M.D.,FACOG
The WHO has recommended at least 2 years of breastfeeding. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, The American Academy of Family Physicians and The American Academy of Pediatrics have recommended exclusively breastfeeding for at least six months and to extend this as much as possible through the first year and […] By Joseph Hazan,M.D., FACOG
The evidence is now in. Babies who are breastfed are definitely healthier. Mothers also benefit substantially. Babies who are not breastfed have higher risk of infectious illnesses, necrotizing enterocolitis, childhood obesity, diabetes, leukemia and SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). Mother who do not breastfeed are at increased risk […] |
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