Research uncovers diagnostic clues for rare bladder disease
An international team of researchers has identified a biomarker associated with interstitial cystitis, a painful bladder disease that demands constant urination. Through the process of DNA methylation analysis, researchers found biomarkers in the urine of people with IC that could improve the ability of physicians in New York to diagnose the disease accurately and early.
Mitochondrial patients often face misdiagnoses
Mitochondria, which are found in all cells except red blood cells, provide a majority of the body’s energy. When mitochondria become diseased, therefore, they can affect almost any part of the body and cause a wide range of symptoms to arise. Patients in New York who suffer from a mitochondrial disease are probably aware that their conditions are difficult to diagnose.
Allergy misdiagnosis
New York residents may be interested in learning about cerebrospinal fluid leaks and how this condition may be misdiagnosed. One woman was in an automobile accident in 2013. She remembers hitting her head during the accident, and soon after, she noticed that her nose was constantly running.
Survey shows that fungal skin infections are often misdiagnosed
Anyone in New York who has suffered from a fungal skin infection should know about a survey recently published by the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. A dermatologist from George Washington University along with colleagues in clinical research have shown that fungal skin infections are all too frequently misdiagnosed.
Manhole Explosions Create a Risk of Injury in NYC
In New York City, manhole covers can present a hidden risk to passerby and to construction workers. Those who sustain injury as a result of an incident involving a manhole cover should consult with a New York City injury lawyer to determine if they have an options available to them for pursing a claim for […]
Self-Driving Vehicles in New York: Federal Regulations Need to Keep Up
Motor vehicle accidents take thousands of lives and cause many people to suffer permanent injury every year. Those who are hurt in collisions can get help from a New York City personal injury law firm to take legal action and recover compensation from those who caused accidents to occur. Many car accidents are caused by […]
Drugged Driving in New York: The Risks Are Serious
Drugged driving is extremely dangerous and can significantly increase the risk of a collision occurring. New York City injury attorneys can provide representation to victims of accidents caused by drugged drivers and can help those victims to take appropriate legal action to obtain compensation. Unfortunately, many people do not fully realize the dangers of drugged […]
The medical errors a patient could experience
For the most part, surgeries and other procedures done in New York and throughout the United States are relatively safe. However, there is always a chance that a doctor or other medical professional can make a mistake. According to one study, the wrong person was operated on at least 25 times over a period of 84 months in Colorado. Assuming that the right person is being treated, it is possible for a patient to receive the wrong blood.
A Look at Reckless Driving in New York and the Limits of Vision Zero
Car accidents can cause devastation to families, and those affected by an accident will need to get help from New York City motor vehicle accident attorneys to take legal action to hold drivers accountable if those drivers cause accidents that result in injuries or fatalities. There has been a dedicated effort within New York City […]
NY Cycling Deaths Increased in 2017
New York City bicycle accident attorneys provide help to victims of bike accidents and to family members of bike riders who are killed in collisions. Unfortunately, according to Chelsea Patch, more fatal bike accidents occurred in 2017 even as overall traffic fatalities dropped. Bike accidents can occur when drivers do not share the road in a safe and responsible way with bicyclists. It is important for those who are harmed in bike accidents to take appropriate legal action and pursue a claim for compensation from drivers responsible for causing collisions that harmed them.