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Prostate artery embolization is a noninvasive treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia, where the prostate enlarges and can cause urinary symptoms. The condition occurs in most men as they age. Brian Holly, an interventional radiologist at Johns Hopkins, says about 80% …

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Interrupting blood flow to the prostate gland is one treatment for BPH, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition that most men will develop as they age. Brian Holly, an interventional radiologist at Johns Hopkins, describes what is done in prostate …

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The majority of men will experience an enlarged prostate gland as they age, a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH. Besides surgical treatment another option is cutting off some of the blood supply to the gland, known as …

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When your child’s pediatrician wants to know the latest on kids’ diseases and conditions, chances are good they’ll consult the Harriett Lane Handbook, published by the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center and updated by pediatrics residents. Nichole Shilkofski, the book’s editor, …

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The Harriett Lane Handbook has just published its 23rd edition, and chances are good that your child’s pediatrician uses it, since it is updated every three years by pediatrics residents at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. Nicole Shilkofski, the book’s editor, …

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Among US adults with insurance, 3% of those in the 19-64 year old age group are prescribed amphetamines, often in combination with other drugs for depression or sleep, a Johns Hopkins study shows. Thomas Moore, one of the study’s authors, …

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Amphetamines, which are stimulant medications, were commonly used decades ago for things like appetite regulation. Then as their potential for addiction became known they were prescribed much less frequently. Now use of amphetamines is once again on the upswing, a …

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