Trichinosis - Information For Patients
Trichinosis,
also called trichinellosis, is caused by eating raw
or undercooked pork and wild game products infected with the larvae of a
species of worm called Trichinella. Infection occurs worldwide, but the disease
is most common in areas where raw or undercooked pork, such as ham or
sausage, is eaten. More....
The Eyes In
Trichinosis
The eyes often manifest symptoms of systemic disease. Health professionals may find this diagnostic picture helpful if faced with a patient with periorbital swelling, red sclera, diarrhea etc. More...
Drug-Psychotherapy Combo Found Highly
Effective In Depression Study
A new study published on 18 May 2000 in the New
England Journal of Medicine shows that a
combination therapy of the antidepressant
Serzone and psychotherapy designed
specifically for chronic depression provides
the best treatment for patients. More...