Latest Men's Health News

11May
2023

Skin Patch Could Help Ease Peanut Allergy in Toddlers

Skin Patch Could Help Ease Peanut Allergy in ToddlersTHURSDAY, May 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- A "peanut patch" worn on the skin may help protect toddlers who have potentially life-threatening peanut allergies, a new clinical trial shows.The patch is a form of immunotherapy, which means it exposes peanut-allergic children to tiny bits of peanut protein over time -- with the goal of training the immune system to better tolerate it.In the trial, researchers found that of toddlers who wore the peanut patch every day for a year, two-thirds showed a significant reduction in their sensitivity to peanut protein: They were able to eat the equivalent of one to four peanuts without suffering an allergic reaction.While that might sound like peanuts, experts said that level of tolerance is important.The goal of immunotherapy is to prevent a severe...

Anaphylactic Shock: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms &...

10 May 2023
Anaphylactic Shock: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & TreatmentsWEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- If you or someone you know experiences allergies, you’ve probably heard of the life-threatening reaction called anaphylactic shock.To help you better understand exactly what this condition is and how to manage it, experts offer a guide on what anaphylactic shock is, its symptoms, causes, risk factors and treatments.What is anaphylactic shock?Anaphylactic shock is a consequence of anaphylaxis, which is a severe immune reaction to something you’re allergic to, such as peanuts or bee stings. According to the Mayo Clinic, what sets anaphylaxis apart from other allergic reactions is that it involves several systems in your body.During anaphylactic shock, chemicals released during anaphylaxis cause your blood pressure to drop rapidly and your...

Overweight Boys May Be Grow Up to Be Less Fertile Men

10 May 2023
Overweight Boys May Be Grow Up to Be Less Fertile MenWEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Men who were overweight as boys may have infertility issues in adulthood, according to new research.Researchers studying the issue of male infertility, often a mystery, looked at health data from 268 young people between 2 and 18 years of age. They had been referred to the University of Catania in Sicily for weight control.“Although the prevalence of childhood obesity is increasing worldwide, the impact of obesity and associated metabolic disorders on testicular growth is not well known,” said study co-author Dr. Rossella Cannarella, a research fellow at the Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute in Cleveland.For the study, published May 10 in the European Journal of Endocrinology, the researchers collected data on testicular volume, body...

Psychologists' Group Issues First Guidelines on Teens'...

9 May 2023
Psychologists` Group Issues First Guidelines on Teens` Use of Social MediaTUESDAY, May 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- It’s easy for kids to get drawn into Instagram, Snapchat or TikTok, and a leading U.S. psychologists' group warns they need some training in social media literacy beforehand. The American Psychological Association on Tuesday issued 10 science-based recommendations for teen and preteen social media use, the first time it has done so. The APA compares training in social media to getting a driver’s license. Teens can’t just hit the road without learning the rules.“There are some ways that social media can benefit and there are some ways that it might cause harm,” said Mitchell Prinstein, the APA’s chief science officer. The report authors wanted to make sure their approach was balanced, he said. There are certain psychological...

Household Factors Can Raise a Child's Odds for Inflammatory Bowel Disease

9 May 2023
Household Factors Can Raise a Child`s Odds for Inflammatory Bowel DiseaseTUESDAY, May 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- What puts kids at risk for pediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and what could help prevent it? A review of 36 observational studies that included 6.4 million kids offers some key clues.Taking antibiotics at an early age, eating a Western diet and living in a more affluent family were associated with an increased IBD risk. But living in a household with pets and siblings and eating plenty of veggies were linked to a lower risk.“Pediatric IBD cases are rising globally, and approximately 1 in 4 of all IBD cases are now diagnosed before age 21,” said lead author Nisha Thacker, a gastrointestinal dietitian who did the meta-analysis as part of her doctoral studies at the University of Newcastle in Australia.IBD is marked by abdominal pain,...
RSS
First2345791011Last
HealthDay

Copyright © 2018 HealthDay. All rights reserved.