Preview: KUSP's Ask Doctor Dawn Podcast
 KUSP-FM: KUSP's Ask Doctor Dawn PodcastAn hour of medical questions, answers, debate, dialogue, discussion, & health in the news.Copyright: ?2012 JivaMedia & 'Pataphysical Broadcasting Foundation, Inc. All Rights Reserved
News about cancer and stem cell research and lots of practical medical advice Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:07:44 -0500 Grape seed extract kills head and neck cancer cells in test tube experiment; Stem cell therapy tested for reversing macular degeneration; Stem cells that differentiate into myelin-producing cells holds promise for Multiple Sclerosis; Low-dose Naltrexone, Hashimoto's thyroiditis and the effect of gluten sensitivity on the disease; A woman complaining of short term memory problems sounds more like Attention Deficit Disorder; MRI reveals differences in brain structures between Liberals and Conservatives; Should a friend with mononucleosis go kayaking? Any warnings for getting into an MRI study for pay? How to reduce Premarin doses used to help hot flashes; Human papillomavirus is linked to head and neck cancers; New technique makes it much easier to detect precancerous cells in the esophagus; Can I use bicarbonate as an acid reducer? Details about oral and genital herpes: the prodrome and how virus shed even without visible signs of infection; Intra-uterine contraception devices can help relieve bleeding from uterine fibroids; How can I strengthen my arm since I have a torn rotator cuff; Colloidal silver is an antibacterial agent that should be used with caution internally; How to check for Peripheral Artery disease in the legs
Mental health is the main focus this week; Also: Alkaline diet, Celiac disease and more Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:53:27 -0500 News that 1 out of 5 people have some "mental health problem" during a 12 month period; High Vitamin D levels may raise inflammation marker, but not enough to be clinically important; Dr. Dawn comments on a good alkaline diet review article and how alkaline foods help detoxify certain chemicals; Changes in the brain are detected in a Chines study on Internet addiction disorder; A new strategy to slow tumor growth unfortunately also increases metastasis; Research with a bird flu virus that transmits through air is halted for 60 days; Why the Alcoholics Anonymous program works fairly well; Microwaving food reduces its value about the same as other high-temperature cooking methods; A therapist asks about the recent mental health study and access and referral issues in mental health; The difference between wheat and gluten allergies and Celiac disease; Gradual tapering of antidepressants avoids the bad side effects of quitting "cold turkey"; Interpreting metabolic tests that indicate liver damage from excessive alcohol consumption; How to reduce migraine headaches related to fibromyalgia; High quality fish oil is just as effective and much cheaper than the prescription drug Lovaza
A variety of topics involve Vitamin D, cardiac disease, stroke and statins Sat, 21 Jan 2012 03:56:14 -0500 Study shows that higher Vitamin D reduces re-occurrence of depression; Cooling the blood in the brain helps prevent damage due to a stroke; Why knee arthritis is often associated with hip arthritis and advice for someone getting a knee replacement; Much more about the role of Vitamin D, which is really a hormone, not a vitamin; The benefits and side effects of aspirin — don't ignore symptoms of heart problems! People on statins have an increased risk of interstitial lung disease; How to measure magnesium and calcium in the body to address leg cramps at night; While it is important to have good Vitamin D levels, there is such a thing as too much; Surgical removal is the best solution for a Baker's cyst — a ganglion cyst in the knee; Better nutrition and exercise are the best alternatives to statins; To many copies of a particular gene is linked to bipolar disorder
Effects of age, such as memory, ovarian cysts, vertigo and arteries, and many more topics Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:36:31 -0500 Cognitive functions such as memory declines starting in 40's, and 2nd study shows why belly fat leads to Alzheimer's disease; Pain, finger numbing and sweats at night in a post-menopausal woman; Poor return blood flow from veins in legs causes swelling and increased risk of an infection; Would the Paleo diet help my malabsorption (inadequate digestive enzymes or acid) that causes excess gas and discomfort; Dr. Dawn explains some technical terms from standard lab tests concerning iron deficiency and lipid particle size; Conflicting rules from the DEA and federal health agencies, and quotas on ADD and ADHD drugs are causing problems for doctors and patients; Are the artery plaque tests marketed directly to consumers any good? Keeping your torso warm and niacin helps prevent Raynaud's syndrome; An emailer recommends a zinc oxide sunscreen that doesn't look white on your skin — safety issue is discussed; Amount of time and distance from a Smart Meter are important to lower the dose of radiation you're exposed to; Where to get information about oxalate content of food; After many tests rule out the scary causes, a caller asks for tips in dealing with vertigo after getting out of bed; Different types of ovarian cysts, a test for ovarian cancer and when waiting and watching is the best strategy
From Viagra to Veganism: A variety of news and health concerns from callers and emails Sat, 07 Jan 2012 01:17:00 -0500 The story of Ralph Steinman, who died of cancer days before notification of Nobel prize for his work in Immunology; An alternative use of Viagra is treating diastolic dysfunction of the heart, and Cialis helps prostate irritation leading to frequent urination; The Miracle Mineral Solution, which generates chlorine dioxide, doesn't have scientific support for its claims; Weight loss (low body fat) can cause cessation of menstruation; Is osteopenia a pseudo-disease designed to sell more drugs? The FRAX score helps evaluate your risk of bone fracture; Does the stress of mistreated animals that we eat pose any health risks for us? A woman has pain during sex since having herpes — a good book that addresses this problem; Reactions to mold in the bedroom probably cause flair ups of rheumatoid arthritis; Specific advice for battling alternating Staph and fungal infection in very rainy Hawaii; How a very fair skinned man can survive two months on a sailboat without getting sunburn; Vegan diet may be fine for many people, but not all, especially infants and elderly; Muncie exercises are very good for people with loose kneecaps; padding the elbow at night helps prevent pain
Replay of interview with Dr. Jeffrey Bland about detoxification of drugs and natural chemicals Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:45:22 -0500 Replay of interview with Dr. Jeffrey Bland from the Institute of Functional Medicine. Topics: The future of medicine lies in an individualized approach that plays to your genetic strengths and identifies genetic weaknesses; Pharmacogenetics: individualized medical treatment tuned to your metabolism and genetics; Drugs are often "created" molecules that some individuals detoxify poorly, soon we'll know in advance who's at risk; Is acetaminophen the cause of the rising numbers of "unexplained" liver failure? A case study of a man who couldn't detoxify his legal lawn pesticide; A study shows that food can be 10 times more powerful than the food extract; How foods like grapefruit juice and licorice can change rates of detoxification and affect other aspects of your physiology; Individual genetic differences are very important in how well one detoxifies various chemicals
Detoxification of pollutants, gene therapy, thumb problems and other interesting topics Fri, 23 Dec 2011 05:59:34 -0500 Injecting a virus with a missing clotting factor gene into the liver fixes hemophilia B in preliminary studies; Study shows that cardiac-stimulating ADD drugs for adults did not increase cardiac disease risks; Suggestions for toxin detoxification for someone living in Shanghai, where environmental pollution is high; Comparing IgE to IgG antibody testing for food allergies; Will hitting my punching bag with knees and elbows increase my chances of getting arthritis? Blending your own juice from fruits and vegetables is healthier than commercially-bought juices; The difference between Zocor and Lipitor statins and why you shouldn't eat grapefruit when using them; People taking a statin may be less likely to die from influenza; Death from amoeba contamination in tap water used in a Neti Pot is a rare problem, but use purified water to be safe; People with higher levels of vascular endothelial growth factor in the blood respond better to an antidepressant drug; Ludicrous patents in medicine will reviewed by the US Supreme Court; Steps to take to try to cure a trigger thumb; Causes and solutions for teeth grinding; More thumb problems — this time it's arthritis; Could Kegel exercises cause prostatitis?
A variety of gastrointestinal topics: GERD, gas, burping, intestinal flora etc. dominate this week Sat, 17 Dec 2011 02:38:13 -0500 How your brain benefits from meditation is studied with MRI; Ozone and hydrogen peroxide vapor is a very effective sterilizer in hospitals or other rooms; Previous caller with screening test for prostate nodules may have been a false alarm for cancer; Bacterial vaginosis can be treated with topical or oral antibiotics; Antibiotics given to premature infants upsets their intestinal bacteria; Stress responses in mothers is different depending on socioeconomic and depression status; Fish oil alleviates epigenetic effect of TCDD toxin, a dioxin like that used in Vietnam; Positive IgM reaction for H. pylori indicates a recent infection — the appropriate use of proton pump inhibitors; Will probiotics help with excess gas? Good quality fish oil tests and removes mercury contamination; Advice for preparing for a hysterectomy and support during recovery; Waist and butt measurements that should make you take notice about your health! Replay of Dr. Dawn's suggestions for healing esophagitis or GERD; Antibiotics given during a stone removed from bladder probably upset this man's intestinal bacteria; Burping after eating is probably not caused by a pneumonia vaccine; How can pain in my legs before a bowel movement be related?
Medical research and inventions in the news top this week's topics Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:06:17 -0500 Scientific study proves that reduced calorie diet reduces diabetes — didn't we know that? What is causing a rash around my mouth and pain in my big toe? Eating red meat, especially barbecued or with nitrate additives, raises the risk of prostate cancer; Dust mites might be the cause of chronic rhinitis during the night; Dr. Dawn explains the autoimmune disease Ankylosing Spondylitis; Hemacord, stem cell product from umbilical chord blood, is approved by FDA to replace bone marrow transplants in many cases; Switching to a new, expensive anticoagulation drug requires tricky calculations of total drug costs to see if Medicare covers them; Is the gadolinium they use in MRI to detect brain tumors safe? We have blood tests for autoimmune diseases such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, but not for osteoarthritis; Stem cells from a patient is used to grow a trachea replacement for the original one that has cancer; In mice, a gene defect that causes hereditary deafness can be fixed by introducing the correct version using a virus; Someone with life-long knee pain should get an x-ray and knee exam to diagnose exactly whats wrong; Surgery and other options for bunions; Treatment options for uterine fibroids and their side effects; An elimination diet will help identify food sensitivities that may be causing hives; Cool medical invention in the news from Popular Science, Dec. 2011
Wide variety of topics such as knee cartilage, tick bites, Crohn's disease, the hypothalamus etc. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:54:13 -0500 Mice live much longer than normal are created by killing senescent cells; US Supreme Court will rule on Affordable Care Act; Elderly friend doesn't want to go to doctor — any home health services? Can we rebuild cartilage for my arthritic knee so I can avoid a knee replacement? Different causes of dizzy spells in an elderly woman; What should I do to retain bone health after stopping long-term Tamoxifen use? Protocol for dealing with tick bites; Why a drug used in cancer chemotherapy is also used to treat Crohn's disease; A woman with an ear cartilage infection is now suffering from fatigue; Severe spinal stenosis or arthritis is probably behind a man who has lost significant height; The importance of the hypothalamus in regulating hormone levels in the body; Eyeglasses can have a prism adjustment to compensate for cross-eyed problems of "lazy eye"; Warmer water temperature may relieve discomfort when using a Neti Pot; What does Dr. Dawn think about the "isotonic vitamin" concept; Dealing with basal cell carcinoma on face and why the alkaline diet may be good for cancer patients
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