Nasal balloon could treat ‘glue ear’
A simple procedure of blowing into a balloon through the nose can be an effective way to improve symptoms and avoid antibiotics in children with a a common middle-ear problem. Source: Medical News Today Nasal balloon could treat 'glue ear'
Simple procedure using a nasal balloon can help treat hearing loss in children
For children with a common middle-ear problem, a simple procedure with a nasal balloon can reduce the impact of hearing loss and avoid unnecessary and ineffective use of antibiotics, according to a… Source: Medical News Today Simple procedure using a nasal balloon can help treat hearing loss in children
Doctors testified against dying cancer patients for tobacco companies
A new study sheds light on the actions of a small pool of expert witnesses testifying against dying cancer patients filing lawsuits against tobacco companies. Source: Medical News Today Doctors testified against dying cancer patients for tobacco companies
Could electromagnetic pulses be used to treat tinnitus?
Researchers have found delivering electromagnetic pulses to patients with tinnitus could be an effective method of treating this disruptive symptom. Source: Medical News Today Could electromagnetic pulses be used to treat tinnitus?
New findings hint toward reversing hearing loss
Unlike birds and amphibians, mammals can’t recover lost hearing. In people, the cells of the inner ear responsible for detecting sound and transmitting those signals to the brain form during early… Source: Medical News Today New findings hint toward reversing hearing loss
From sticks to balls: The shape of bacteria is evolving to better adapt to the throat
It’s no coincidence that the earthworm’s slender shape makes it perfect for weaving through narrow tunnels. Evolution moulds the shapes of living creatures according to the benefits they offer. Source: Medical News Today From sticks to balls: The shape of bacteria is evolving to better adapt to the throat
Hearing test pinpoints middle-ear problems in newborns
Screening newborn babies who are in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) using a testing process called high-frequency tympanometry can help identify middle-ear problems earlier, according to… Source: Medical News Today Hearing test pinpoints middle-ear problems in newborns
Pitt scientists lead consensus guidelines for thyroid cancer molecular tests
University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (UPCI) scientists recently led a panel of experts in revising national guidelines for thyroid cancer testing to reflect newly available tests that better… Source: Medical News Today Pitt scientists lead consensus guidelines for thyroid cancer molecular tests
Could a ‘sniff test’ lead to early autism diagnosis?
Researchers find children with autism have different sniff responses to those without the disorder and suggest a ‘sniff test’ could be used to diagnose autism early. Source: Medical News Today Could a 'sniff test' lead to early autism diagnosis?
Many patients with advanced form of larynx cancer not receiving recommended treatment
Results show significantly worse survival rates with chemoradiation compared to total laryngectomyDespite findings of previous studies and published guidelines, nearly two-thirds of patients with… Source: Medical News Today Many patients with advanced form of larynx cancer not receiving recommended treatment
