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Wed 21 Jul 2010

Obesity and Inactivity Linked to Fibromyalgia

Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have found that women who exercised four or more times weekly were 29% less likely to develop fibromyalgia than sedentary women. Obese women (women with a BMI of at least 30) had a 64% higher risk than normal-weight women of developing the disorder.

Fibromyalgia causes long-term muscle and connective tissue pain, extreme fatigue, and disturbed sleep patterns. It also causes elevation of serum levels of proinflammatory cytokines and dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA). These symptoms are the same as those caused by obesity and depression. Therefore, treating the symptoms with exercise and anti-depressants can often help fibromyalgia sufferers.

The researchers in the Norwegian study stated, “Regular physical exercise, and thereby improved physical fitness, may serve as a buffer against the perpetuation of musculoskeletal symptoms that eventually lead to the development of fibromyalgia.” Another great reason to incorporate regular physical activity into your routine!

Wed 21 Jul 2010

The NMR LipoProfile test

What puts you at risk for heart attack? Is it high blood pressure? Poor diet and lack of exercise? Or maybe high cholesterol? The answer can be any or all of these, but that’s not the whole story. Half of all heart attack victims have normal cholesterol levels…their heart attack was the first sign that something was wrong. Now there is a test that can tell you not only the standard total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglyceride levels…but the number of LDL and HDL particles and how big the particles are. Why is that information important? How can that knowledge affect the determination of risk?

First, let’s review some basic information about cholesterol. About 75% of the cholesterol in your blood is made in your liver and other assorted cells. The other 25% comes from the food you eat. Cholesterol is only found in animal products. Your body uses the cholesterol to produce hormones and several vitamins. Cholesterol doesn’t dissolve readily in water, so not much can be transported by the blood. For this, your body relies on lipoproteins to move cholesterol and triglyceride particles to where they need to go. Triglycerides travel on the inside of the particle, cholesterol sticks to the outside. Low density lipoproteins (LDL) have lots of cholesterol and very little protein in them. LDL lipoproteins are the major carriers of cholesterol in the blood. When there is a lot of cholesterol in the cells, the receptors are blocked which leaves the LDL circulating in the blood. The LDL is oxidized and taken up by macrophages which then swell and stick to the arterial walls, forming plaque. Plaque takes up valuable room in the artery, making it harder for blood to go through. This raises blood pressure and can eventually cause a heart attack by blocking an artery completely. High density lipoproteins have a lot of protein, so not much room for cholesterol; therefore they have less chance of depositing plaque on the arterial walls. HDL particles contain cholesterol that is not easily oxidized. It is thought that they “scour” the arterial walls and clean out excess cholesterol. The cholesterol that was removed from the walls is then transported back to the liver where it is processed and can do no harm. Triglycerides are chains of high-energy fatty acids that provide much of the energy your cells need to function.

In assessing cardiac risk, you need to know how much cholesterol a person has (we’ll call cholesterol particles “passengers”), how many lipoprotein particles a person has (“vehicles”), and how big the lipoprotein particles are (“busses vs. compact cars”). Now, if your arteries are the roads, the best scenario would be a small number of large vehicles to keep traffic flowing smoothly. Imagine 150 people (number of particles) being transported down a road (in the artery) - you could fit all the people into 3 busses (large particles) and traffic would be very manageable or you could have 150 little cars (small particles) vying for space slowing everyone down. It would also be prudent to take a closer look at the size and number of LDL particles vs. HDL particles.

The NMR LipoProfile test will report the traditional lipid panel with the addition of number and size of particles. Those readings are then used to determine insulin resistance and diabetes risk. One of the earliest signs of impending insulin resistance is alteration of lipoprotein metabolism. All these results combined with family history can help your physician create a much more effective treatment plan.

Mon 21 Jun 2010

Estrogen and Breast Cancer

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It has been very widely talked about that estrogen, a natural hormone all woman produce before menopause, causes breast cancer. If that were true, would you not think that it would be a disease of young women who have high levels of this hormone? I do.

The most widely talked about study is the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) which linked the medication Prempro to breast cancer. To understand this fully, let us look at what Prempro is. Prempro is a combination of synthetic hormones Premarin (taken from pregnant horses…yuck) and Provera which is a synthetic progesterone. The research in the WHI showed that the highest incidence of breast cancer was linked when the women took synthetic Progesterone in the pill Provera…not with Premarin alone!

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), breast cancer currently ranks 6th on the list of the top 10 leading causes of death in women in the United States (US). There has been no scientific link or studies that have proven that bio-identical estrogen or synthetic estrogen alone causes breast cancer. The risk for breast cancer increases with age when women have no ability to produce estrogen on their own. This again doesn’t support the thought that estrogen causes breast cancer.

Let us look outside the US. If you looked at breast cancer incidence rates by country per 100,000 females, the statistics vary greatly. China is one of the lowest at 8.8, Iceland is the highest at 39.4 and the US is in the middle at a rate of 21.1. But wait!: We all have the same hormones, the same equipment so why do we all not have the same risk factors? Good question. There are several factors that increase a woman’s ability to develop breast cancer. Some include age, family history (first degree relative with a history of the disease), and lifestyle choices. Having one alcoholic drink increases a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer six fold. Not estrogen!

When reading studies, news reports, magazine articles and on the web, there is usually more than meets the eye and big pharmaceuticals with big money can generally twist and swing the argument the way that would benefit them. Before believing it just because you heard it or saw it do some research and read the reports yourself. You have the right to the full truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

Mon 24 Nov 2008

Fibrocystic Breast Disease

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Many women have been told they have Fibrocystic Breast Disease, but few of us understand what that means. Fibrocystic Breast Disease (usually abbreviated FCB) is the most common disorder of the breast. Most cases are in women 30-50 years old and are thought to be caused in part by estrogen. That’s why FCB is not as common in post-menopausal women-they have lower levels of estrogen. FCB may produce a lump in the breast that is discovered by accident, but often there is pain or tenderness in the breast that sends women to the doctor. Usually, a woman with FCB will have multiple lumps in both breasts that rapidly fluctuate in size with her menstrual cycle. Because the lumps caused by FCB are frequently indistinguishable from breast cancer on exam, suspicious lumps should be biopsied. Usually this can be accomplished with a small needle inserted into the cyst to remove material for testing. A breast ultrasound is also helpful in differentiating a solid cancerous mass from a cyst like those caused by FCB. Once a diagnosis of FCB has been made, there are several easy ways to reduce the breast pain until the cysts shrink.

Avoid trauma to the breasts and wear a supportive bra night and day.
Decrease consumption of caffeine as caffeine is thought to stimulate cyst development. This means coffee, tea, sodas, chocolate and many headache medications. Read labels!
Some women have reported relief of symptoms with vitamin E and/or Evening Primrose oil.
Discuss hormone treatments with your doctor. You may benefit from small doses of progesterone to keep your estrogen levels in check. Periodic monitoring of blood levels is necessary to ensure you still have enough of your own estrogen to protect your heart and bones while decreasing your breast pain.

Fibrocystic Breast Disease is a benign condition that usually doesn’t cause complications in your everyday life. However, if you have been diagnosed with FCB, you have a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer. This is because many women with FCB are so used to finding lumps they are no longer concerned about them, and often will ignore the lump instead of having it checked out. Not all lumps are benign. Be sure to examine your breasts monthly and have a clinical breast exam and mammogram yearly. Symptoms should subside as you enter menopause and regular monitoring will make sure any more serious problems are caught early enough to treat.

Mon 15 Sep 2008

Digital Mammography

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The usual recommendations are that women over 40 years old get a mammogram every year. While this is a valuable screening tool, it’s not at all comfortable and the image obtained can be hard to read. Advances in mammography technology are changing all that. Many sites are now offering digital mammography. The images are much clearer, often making additional views unnecessary. Along with the digital mammography service, many sites are trying to make the process more comfortable as well. Breast pads are now being offered so you feel less compression and no cold metal plates! The facilities themselves are undergoing change, becoming more like a day spa with artistic interiors and little “goodie bags” being given to patients. One local company is leading the way towards a more comfortable, accurate mammogram experience. The Imaging Center of Idaho offers a friendly and professional staff, the latest technology, a comfortable interior and soft padding on their mammography plates. I had my screening mammogram there recently and did not feel any embarrassment or discomfort at all. I came away with a clean bill of health, my dignity intact and a “goodie bag” filled with breast health information, mints and a pair of pink gardening gloves. It’s time that medical professionals realize that it’s not enough to follow the latest studies and buy the latest equipment. I applaud the movement towards personalizing treatment-Do I feel cared about? Is the staff knowledgeable and concerned with my emotional well-being as well as my physical care? Can the facility get accurate test results the first time and explain them to me? Even though mammograms are not my favorite way to pass the time, do I feel comfortable going back next year? After my experience with digital mammography and with the Imaging Center of Idaho this year, I can answer “yes” to all these questions. I encourage all women to consider digital mammography for their yearly screenings and ask your doctor who they recommend. Facilities are upgrading all over the country and your mammogram doesn’t have to be a horrible experience anymore.

Mon 8 Sep 2008

Assessing Cardiovascular Risk

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Traditionally, your doctor would run through several risk factors to determine if you were at risk for cardiovascular disease:

Are you a smoker?
Do you have high blood pressure?
Do you have high cholesterol?
Are you overweight?
Do you have Diabetes Mellitus?
Are you sedentary?
Do you drink excessive amounts of alcohol?
How do you deal with stress?
Are you male?
Do you have a family history of cardiovascular disease?
Are you over 65?
Are you Hispanic, American Indian, or Native Hawaiian?

All of these factors could put you at higher risk for cardiovascular disease. If you have 2 or more risk factors, there is a new test your doctor should consider. The PLAC test is a blood test that measures the level of Lp-Pla2 present in your system. This enzyme is produced by plaque in the body and indicates inflammation and the formation of rupture-prone plaque. It is the only blood test approved by the FDA to aid in assessing risk of coronary heart disease and ischemic stroke from atherosclerosis. If your Lp-Pla2 levels are elevated, your doctor may want to pursue more aggressive therapy to lower your risk. If your levels come back normal, published data suggests you are at lower risk and can take a more conservative approach.

The PLAQ test is a simple, yet thorough test; you don’t have to be fasting, you can continue to take medications uninterrupted, and the results are not falsely elevated from infections, obesity or rheumatologic disorders like the CRP (C-Reactive Protein, another common screening test for determining inflammation).

Half of all heart attacks occur in people with low to moderate cholesterol levels. One third of all strokes occur in people 45-65 years of age with all levels of cholesterol. Cholesterol levels are not a reliable predictor of heart attack or stroke- the PLAQ test is. Often the PLAQ test is not covered by insurance as it is considered preventative. But, at under $100 it may be worth paying out of pocket for if you have risk factors. Ask your doctor for more information on the PLAQ test.

Mon 8 Sep 2008

Vitamin D and Breast Cancer Risk

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Several studies have recently shown that women that are deficient in Vitamin D are more likely to develop breast cancer. The lower the level of Vitamin D in their blood, the higher the grade of cancer they develop and the higher the risk of mortality. In these studies, the association between Vitamin D levels and disease free survival were not related to age, BMI (body mass index), insulin level, and tumor stage/grade, estrogen-receptor status, chemotherapy or tamoxifen use. This implies that adequate levels of Vitamin D in your blood could protect you from breast cancer. If you do end up with breast cancer, maintaining adequate Vitamin D levels along with your treatment may prevent death and increase your chance of disease free survival.

Vitamin D deficiency can also harm your bones. Your body requires Vitamin D to absorb Calcium and make it available for use. If you don’t have enough Vitamin D, Calcium is not absorbed and your bones become weak, leading to rickets in children and osteoporosis in adults.

If you and your doctor decide that you would benefit from supplementation, your serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D levels must be measured before and during treatment. High levels in your blood could lead to the permanent deposit of minerals in the heart, lungs, and kidneys. Symptoms of toxicity are nausea, vomiting, pain in joints, and lack of interest in eating food. Continuing at toxic levels can result in death.

If you have any questions about your Vitamin D levels, talk to your doctor. Open communication with your doctor is one of the most important tools you have in the pursuit of good health.

Mon 11 Feb 2008

Why Eliminate Compounded Medications?

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By using a compounding pharmacy, your doctor can have your medication custom-made for you. A compounding pharmacist can eliminate allergens specific to you, put hormones into a cream form to make them safer, and make your medication fit your lifestyle. Do you travel a lot? Maybe you would prefer your progesterone to be in a capsule. Are you prone to blood clots? An estrogen cream would be a much safer alternative for you. Allergic to peanuts? A compounding pharmacy can create a progesterone capsule that is a safe alternative to Prometrium for you. There are many great reasons to use a compounding pharmacy-why is the FDA cracking down on them?

First, a little history lesson. In 1942, a drug called Premarin was first marketed for menopausal symptoms. It received FDA certification in 1972. When Wyeth’s (the company that manufactures Premarin) patent expired, several smaller companies created generic, cheaper versions. In 1990’s, Wyeth succeeded in having the generic versions of Premarin taken off the market. Wyeth proposed that the generic versions were unsafe because they were faster-acting. Incidently, Wyeth was selling it’s own fast-acting version of Premarin in Canada at the time.

In 2002 and 2004, findings were released from the Women’s Health Initiative study that showed risk of venous thrombosis was doubled with estrogen/progestin combinations (PremPro, a sister drug of Premarin), and an increased risk of ovarian cancer. Women everywhere panicked and went off their hormones. Wyeth lost $1 billion in net revenue from Premarin and PremPro the very next year. Women started feeling menopausal symptoms again after stopping their medications and started searching for safer alternatives. Many women and physicians turned to bio-identical hormones. Citing studies that showed estrogen is safer applied to the skin, rather than in a pill, physicians started prescribing compounded hormone creams. Micronized progesterone was found to be much safer than the synthetic progestin found in PremPro and could be compounded into a cream or capsule.

In 2005, Wyeth petitioned the FDA to “initiate enforcement actions” against the compounding pharmacies. After that was denied, Wyeth went public and told consumers that the compounding pharmacies were unsafe. They initiated an educational campaign that told half the story to frightened consumers. The FDA then reversed their decision and compromised on a limited crack-down on compounding pharmacies, concentrating on the dispensing of estriol.

Estriol is the most gentle estrogen produced by the body. It is the main estrogen released by the placenta during pregnancy and is thought by many experts to be protective against high levels of estradiol. It is a US Pharmacopeia ingredient and is perfectly legal to compound. Compounding pharmacies are heavily regulated by state boards of pharmacy already, the FDA exists to regulate mass manufactured products. Estriol is often mixed with estradiol to make a compounded cream that is the top competitor of Premarin. The FDA has stated that estriol is not FDA approved and that it has not been proven to be safe. They do note, however, that “there was no reason to believe that the risks of compounded estrogens and progestins would be any different that the risk reported for FDA-approved hormone replacement drugs.” (Dr. Kathleen Uhl, FDA’s Office of Women’s Health)

Still wondering why the FDA is going after compounding pharmacies? Steve Silverman of the FDA’s Office of Compliance stated that this latest action (in 2008) was “solely in response to a 2005 citizen’s petition from Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, which asked the FDA to crack down on the hormone replacement products marketed by compounding pharmacies.” The same Wyeth Pharmaceuticals that lost over $1 billion/year to compounding pharmacies.

Speak to your doctor about all the options available to you, not just the ones with glossy magazine ads. Together you can create a plan to keep you healthy and symptom-free.

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Thu 23 Aug 2007

Easy Steps to Save Lives

Posted by Moderator under What's New? , General Health
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ABC World News recently reported on a new study that showed 100,000 lives could be saved each year if a few preventative steps were taken.

Take a daily aspirin. About 45,000 people would be saved each year if they took a daily dose of aspirin. Men over 40, women over 65, and adults with a high risk of heart disease would benefit the most.
Quit smoking. An estimated 42,000 lives would be saved if patients were encouraged to quit smoking, and offered assistance.
Have a colonoscopy. If 90% of adults aged 50 and older were up-to-date on recommended screening for colorectal cancer, an additional 14,000 lives would be saved each year.
Have a mammogram. All women 40 and older should be screened for breast cancer. 3,700 deaths from breast cancer could be prevented each year with the proper screening.
Get your flu shot. The flu shot is recommended for children under 5, people over 50, anyone with a diminished immune system, and people caring for any of the above. The flu vaccination is an easy and affordable way to protect yourself.

These are some easy ways to care for your body and prevent serious disease. Make sure you and your loved ones are up-to-date.

Tue 7 Aug 2007

MRI screening better at detecting breast cancer

Posted by Moderator under What's New? , Breast Cancer , Women's Health
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In a news story broadcast July 31, 2007, ABC World News reported that hundreds of mammography centers are shutting down around the country and that fewer doctors are willing to do mammograms. What’s going on??

Insurance companies are not reimbursing for mammograms, and a better test has been discovered. In a study published in the August 2007 issue of Radiology, it was revealed that MRI’s had a higher rate of breast cancer detection than either mammography or ultrasound. Spanning several centers, the study compared mammography, ultrasound and MRI’s in 171 asymptomatic women who were confirmed carriers of BRCA1 and/or BRCA2 mutation or had at least a 20% chance of carrying the mutation. The MRI detected areas of concern in 3.5% of the women, the mammograms detected problems in 1.2% of the women and ultrasound detected areas in 0.6% of the women. A total of 16 biopsies were performed and 6 cancers detected.

What do these findings mean in plain English? Mammograms and ultrasounds were not as sensitive as the MRI’s and missed several areas of concern. Early detection of breast cancer increases a patients odds of survival drastically. MRI’s offer earlier detection, giving patients more treatment options and a greater chance of successful treatment.

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Obesity and Inactivity Linked to Fibromyalgia

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Assessing Cardiovascular Risk

Vitamin D and Breast Cancer Risk

Why Eliminate Compounded Medications?

Easy Steps to Save Lives

MRI screening better at detecting breast cancer

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