India: NMC Seeks Comments on Medical Education Regulations Draft, and More

Dear Dr. Renukaprasad A R, Top Stories of the Day: India: NMC Seeks Comments on Medical Education Regulations Draft USFDA Approves Cellular Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes in Adults Mirikizumab Achieves Clinical Remission in Ulcerative Colitis Patients Singaporean Researchers Develop Sensor Patch to Monitor Wounds Webinar: Strengthening Doctor-Patient Relationship: Soft Skills & Compassionate Care Healthcare headlines that matter, brought to you every day by Docplexus Health Minute! Watch News Docplexus: One of the world's largest online communities of Doctors Pune - 411045, India Unsubscribe from this mailing list. *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* *|LIST:ADDRESS|* *|REWARDS_TEXT|*

Treating Severe Xerosis with Urea-based Moisturizers

Dear Dr. Renukaprasad A R, In patients with diabetes mellitus (DM), skin xerosis, calluses, and fissures present on the shins and feet may result in the development of ulcers. Effective foot care for people with diabetes includes regular moisturizing as a key preventive measure.1 Urea, a natural moisturizing factor, is a potent emollient and keratolytic agent. Arginine improves microcirculation, while urea and carnosine inhibit the formation and accumulation of advanced glycated end products. Collectively, these ingredients improve skin hydration.1 Check out this exclusive Journal Watch, where we have summarized a randomized, 8-month, assessor-blinded, controlled study where the efficacy of urea, arginine, and carnosine-based cream for severe foot xerosis in DM patients was evaluated. Read More Reference Federici A et al., Curr Med Res Opin. 2015 Jun;31(6):1063-9. Docplexus: One of the world's largest online communities of Doctors Pune - 411045, India info@docplexus.co.in   |  +91 98500 36954 You are receiving this communication because you are registered member of Docplexus. Unsubscribe from this mailing list. *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* *|LIST:ADDRESS|* *|REWARDS_TEXT|*

A COVID Patient with Diabetes and Ageusia – Can You Suggest the Treatment?

A COVID Patient with Diabetes and Ageusia – Can You Suggest the Treatment? A 63-year-old male presents with fever, fatigue, myalgia, ageusia, hyposmia, and episodes of vomiting for ten days. His heart rate was 108 bpm, respiratory rate was 24 bpm and oxygen saturation was 91%. His blood sugar is elevated and urine is positive for ketones. The chest X-ray shows bilateral airspace consolidation, more on the left side. Which of the following is the best suited treatment protocol for this patient? A. Empirical antibiotics & oxygen therapy B. Ketoacidosis management & insulin therapy C. High potassium supplementation D. A & B E. B & C Suggest Now Perceptions of the COVID-19 Vaccine among Patients with Cancer Here's a paper that reports the results of a survey assessing the acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine among patients with cancer. Know from Your Peers US: Cases of Brain Abscess Spike in Children After Lifting of COVID Restrictions, and More  Watch the top stories in medicine from across the globe via Health Minute. In this episode, learn about a post-COVID rise in brain abscess cases in children in the US. Watch News FDA Approves Co-packaged Nirmatrelvir and Ritonavir for COVID-19 The USFDA has granted emergency use authorization to co-packaged nirmatrelvir and ritonavir tablets to treat mild-to-moderate COVID-19 for patients with a high risk of progression to severe COVID-19, including hospitalization or death. Read for details about the indications, dosage, limitations, and side effects. Know the Indications Docplexus: One of the world's largest online communities of Doctors Pune - 411025, INDIA info@docplexus.co.in | +91-98500 36954 You received this mail because you opted-in to receive promotional mails from Docplexus. Change email preference.