There is no single test to diagnose ADHD. A doctor will make a diagnosis based on a physical exam, history of behavior, and specific symptoms. Your cihlds pediatrician may refer you to a mental health professional who is experienced in childhood disorders such as ADHD.
History of Behavior. The doctor will ask for a detailed history of the childs behavior. Parents should describe specific problems encountered during the childs development, family history of...
Read moreGestational diabetes (GDM) is the development of diabetes during pregnancy; it is associated with an increased risk of problems for both... Read more »
Read David's first update from the Scientific Sessions here! San Francisco -- Yesterday I was wearing Band-aids on six of my fingers. I... Read more »
The blood glucose meter battle is heating up. And we are winning. Coincidentally or not, two of the biggest diabetes companies say that... Read more »
At the IACFS/ME Biennial Conference in September and again during an October 27 conference call, Hemispherx Biopharma, Inc. presented new... Read more »
COPD/Emphysema often goes undiagnosed, sometimes for years, after it actually starts to cause damage to the airways and lungs. As the third... Read more »
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Diagnostic TestsPhysical Examination. A detailed physical examination of the whole body is very important to identify or rule out the spread of... Read more »
Researchers at Tufts University say that people over age 80 can safely have diagnostic radiology tests and procedures such as artery-opening... Read more »
Alzheimer’s (AHLZ-high-merz) disease is a progressive brain disorder that gradually destroys a person’s memory and ability to learn, reason, make... Read more »
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The two major forms of diabetes are type 1, previously called insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) or juvenile-onset diabetes, and type 2,... Read more »
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Diagnostic laparoscopy is a procedure that allows a health care provider to look directly at the contents of a patient's abdomen or pelvis, including... Read more »