MiddleBrook Pharmaceuticals Announces $100 Million Investment to Support Launch of MOXATAG(TM) Jul 2, 2008
MOXATAG is intended to provide a lower treatment dose, once-daily alternative to currently approved penicillin and amoxicillin regimens for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older with tonsillitis and/or pharyngitis. This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. (PR Newswire)
Long-term critic Jun 30, 2008
The kid had a bit of tonsillitis. I gave him a prescription and then told him to find another doctor, because I didn't want him talking to my staff like that. (BBC News -- UK)
The butterfly effect Jun 29, 2008
Chronic or recurrent bouts of tonsillitis or ongoing breathing or sleeping difficulties as a result of enlarged tonsils, may necessitate their removal. Other indications for tonsillectomy include abscesses on one or both tonsils, frequent ear infections in association with tonsillitis and ongoing swallowing difficulties as a result of tonsillar enlargement or infection. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Local woman using Ham radio skills; ‘hobby’ can be useful in emergency situations Jun 27, 2008
That meant another summer of studying the manual for the determined youngster and in the Fall of 1951, when she was 13 years old, and even though she had a temperature of 102 degrees and tonsillitis, she managed to pass both the code and theory parts of the FCC test. About six weeks later, I received my amateur radio license with call letters, W9PHH, Bundy remembers. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
New Iola mayor and council ready to blaze a path for the future May 23, 2008
She and her husband Dwayne, who has lived in Iola all of his life, were recently overwhelmed by the generosity of the community as residents raised over 9,000 for the family after news spread that Mr. Stover was unable to work after undergoing chemotherapy in his battle against tonsillitis cancer. This was the worst thing we ve ever had to go through. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Smallpox Drug: Cure For The Common Cold? May 21, 2008
They generally cause acute upper respiratory infections including colds, tonsillitis and ear infections, but they can also cause conjunctivitis, gastroenteritis and bladder infections. Most people are able to recover from an adenovirus infection, but in some young children and people with weakened immune systems, adenovirus infections can turn virulent and even deadly. (Science Daily)
Small pox drug to cure cold May 21, 2008
They generally cause acute upper respiratory infections including colds, tonsillitis and ear infections, but they can also cause conjunctivitis, gastroenteritis and bladder infections. CMX001 is an oral pro-drug, or derivative, of cidofovir, a drug developed by Gilead Sciences, Inc. to treat a type of retinitis in AIDS patients. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
The curse of a perfect memory May 12, 2008
But when the big day arrived, she had tonsillitis and was too sick to go. For most people, this would be a small thing, she says. (Globe and Mail)
260 comments Apr 21, 2008
Connecting Hitler and Darwin - HUMAN EVENTS. One man -- Charles Darwin -- says: In the struggle for survival, the fittest win out at the expense of their rivals. (Human Events Online)
Connecting Hitler and Darwin Apr 18, 2008
One man -- Charles Darwin -- says: In the struggle for survival, the fittest win out at the expense of their rivals. Another man -- Adolf Hitler -- says: Let us kill all the Jews of Europe. (Human Events Online)
KU's Stewart Down Apr 5, 2008
He suffered a case of tonsillitis in Omaha in the first two rounds, and did not even attend the game in the second round. Stewart scored two points in eight minutes against Portland State in the opening round, and then played a minute against in the Sweet 16. (Phog.net)
Podolski returns to boost German giants in UEFA Cup q-finals Apr 3, 2008
Midfielder Riccardo Montolivo played on Sunday despite having tonsillitis and is now a slight doubt for today's match. Both Montolivo and defender Tomas Ujfalusi will miss the second leg if booked. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
US chart triumph for Leona Lewis Mar 28, 2008
Meanwhile, a spokesperson has denied reports that Lewis is considering undergoing throat surgery to end recurring bouts of tonsillitis. He said: "She has got a pretty bad throat. She just can't shake it off at the moment but I don't think she needs to have an op.". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Emergency Contraception Case Lands in Illinois Supreme Court Mar 20, 2008
Can a pharmacist from the Church of Whats Happing Now say they are opposed to antibiotics to treat tonsillitis. Pharmacists are trained to dispense medications prescribed by physicians. (Wall Street Journal)
Kickapoo senior stays positive through treatment for cancer Feb 12, 2008
Doctors told her it could be a late infection from a bout with tonsillitis or cancer. Surgery, scheduled shortly before her 17th birthday, confirmed the worst. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Tonsillectomy Boosts Quality of Life Jan 21, 2008
For children and adults who suffer repeated bouts of tonsillitis, surgery to remove the tonsils (tonsillectomy) leads to substantial improvements in quality of life, according to results of two studies published this month. In one study, researchers surveyed the parents of 92 children with recurrent tonsillitis before tonsillectomy as well as 6 months and 1 year after the surgery ... The researchers defined recurrent tonsillitis as three or more tonsil infections in the span of one year. (Newsmax)
Thousands party to mark Hogmanay Jan 1, 2008
Edinburgh's street party attracted an estimated 100,000 people but took place without X-Factor winner Leon Jackson, from West Lothian, who has tonsillitis. Last year high winds meant the cancellation of celebrations in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling. (BBC News -- UK)
Tonsillectomy significantly improves quality of life in adult and pediatric patients Jan 1, 2008
Tonsillectomies to treat chronic and recurrent tonsillitis substantially improve a patients quality of live in both children and adults, according to two new studies published as a supplement to the January 2008 issue of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. In one study involving 72 adults, patients showed improvement in all six subscales of the Tonsil and Adenoid Health Status Instrument (TAHSI), a scale used to measure the quality of life (QOL) of patients pre- and post-procedure. (EurekAlert!)
In the end it will all be reduced the same Nov 29, 2007
Good, healthy-eating citizens get tonsillitis and gallbladder disease, pneumonia, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, brain, heart, muscle, bone and organ diseases galore. So don't kid yourself that just because you eat right or exercise your safe. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
Tonsillectomy - Not Worth The Money Or The Pain Nov 23, 2007
According to the team from the University Medical Centre Utrecht in the Netherlands, the procedure is not only more expensive but has also fewer health benefits than passing through a bout of tonsillitis. They conducted a study involving 300 children aged 2 to 8. (MedIndia)
Staying bug-free Nov 6, 2007
Gastroenteritis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis and every other kind of "itis" are among the stubborn seasonal sicknesses that nest in the stomachs, lungs and sinuses of many children and adults across The T&D Region ... Tonsillitis and pharyngitis are among the respiratory-related ailments that Wilson sees, but she said the nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite and diarrhea without vomiting that comes with gastroenteritis haven't completely gone. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Charleston woman diagnosed with rare disease reaches out to help others Nov 3, 2007
Her symptoms were mostly cold and flu-like, and she d often lose her voice, which was believed to be related to strep throat or tonsillitis. But, Wegener s affects the ears, nose and throat, as well as kidneys, lungs, skin, eyes and joints. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Web becomes your friendly medical adviser Oct 31, 2007
Whether you've got a sore throat, tonsillitis or even throat cancer, looking on the Web for information about your health has been getting easier over the last few years. And more and more Americans are taking advantage of it. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Homeopathy catches on Oct 21, 2007
At a personal level, my wifes repeated bouts of tonsillitis got cured through homeopathy. Professionally, I saw a child with renal failure and diarrhoea. (India Times, India)
Novel Tonsillectomy May Cut Pain, Bleeding Sep 18, 2007
There is less research on outcomes among children whose indication for surgery is recurrent infection, or tonsillitis. Pediatric head and neck surgeon David Darrow, MD, says he is not convinced that the benefits of intracapsular tonsillectomy outweigh the risk of a second tonsil surgery, regardless of the surgical indication. (CBS News)
Constructing Team USA Aug 16, 2007
Also, Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich and Rockets forward Shane Battier both withdrew for personal reasons Monday, and Trail Blazers center Greg Oden, still recovering from tonsillitis, also is unavailable. The most likely candidates then to get cut or come down with a mysterious "injury" between now and then are Durant, Redick and one player from among the group of Chandler, Collison, Prince and Miller. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Expert: Rebuilt Blazers worth watching again Aug 9, 2007
Yes, Oden had tonsillitis in the summer league last month, but again he was just a good player, though foul prone. No one repeat, no one is saying he's not going to be a terrific NBA player, and it appears an even better person. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Whats Going Around ~ Fourth Week in July Jul 26, 2007
On the west side, Dr. Molly Hughes reports kids with the stomach flu, poison ivy and viral tonsillitis. In the city, Dr. Margaret Colpoys has seen a lot of rashes, pharyngitis, stomach bug and numerous summertime injuries: wrist strain, foot sprain, and swollen elbows. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Health tax up to voters Jun 17, 2007
Another had seven cavities filled at $90 to $140 a pop. Another stays sick with tonsillitis, but the $8,000 to have her tonsils removed is nowhere to be found. Woods said the proposed half-cent sales tax increase "is very needed.". (Pensacola News Journal)
Tonsillectomy Ends Infections; Costs Unknown May 5, 2007
That uncertainty led a doctor to say in a British Medical Journal editorial that until longer-term studies are available, he would advise patients who have had four episodes of tonsillitis in one year or three in six months that they are likely to have more than two days of sore throat in the next six months if they decide not to have the operation. If they decide to have the operation, they are likely to have about 13 days of severe pain immediately after surgery, and then on average half a day... (Click2Houston, TX)
Spiritual wickedness in high and low places! Apr 27, 2007
I remember when Rawlings snuck into Switzerland for that famous tonsillitis operation; the Graphic carried a story in which the Children's Ward was described as "River Densu". Evidently, "regime change" has brought little if any "positive change." In fact, the most recent "renovation" of the ward was courtesy of some foreigners. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Beale and Hand drop off the Tahs bench Apr 21, 2007
Lock Ben Hand has a back injury and Kurtley Beale has tonsillitis, ruling them out of the clash at Aussie Stadium. Hand, 24, injured his back in training on Tuesday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Barcelona denies Ronaldinho has mononucleosis Apr 18, 2007
Barcelona said the Brazil forward has been on a course of antibiotics after a recent bout of tonsillitis, but is now on a personal training program to help him recover ... "This fact, combined with his recent tonsillitis, has led the technical staff and the trainers to set up a plan which requires morning and evening sessions in the gym and on the Camp Nou playing field.". (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Barcelona denies reports of Ronaldinho illness Apr 18, 2007
The star has been working on a separate training plan to boost his strength after a tonsillitis attack, which required antibiotics, the statement said. The player is "one of the players that has accumulated the most games this season," said the statement. (Xinhuanet, China)
Barcelona's Edmilson out for two weeks Apr 17, 2007
Ronaldinho will also miss the cup match with tonsillitis, while right back Juliano Belletti was ruled out for a month on Monday with a right thigh injury. Barcelona, which is seeking its third straight league title, leads the league with 59 points. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Ronaldinho eyes Milan? Apr 15, 2007
Ronaldinho will miss Barcelona's next two games as he recovers from tonsillitis ... Ronaldinho will sit out the next two games in order to "find his best form" after a bout of tonsillitis. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Lady ‘Cats May Be Ready for a Run at the Title Apr 14, 2007
A senior who specializes in throws, Megan is currently being slowed by tonsillitis. She does her best to ignore the symptoms, though. (Honesdale Wayne Independent, PA)
Too Many Specialists? Apr 6, 2007
How Special is Too Special. How Special is Too Special. (Time.com)
EU drug watchdog warns on use of Sanofi antibiotic Mar 31, 2007
Europe's drugs watchdog said the drug should not be used for treating bronchitis, sinusitis and tonsillitis unless infections were caused by bacterial strains resistant to other antibiotics. Ketek remains suitable, however, for the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia without such restrictions, the London-based agency said. (Reuters)
Mother jailed for criminal neglect over 3yo son's death Mar 30, 2007
Despite the three-year-old vomiting from his injuries, Field only took herself to the doctor for tonsillitis, and left her son with her partner. Justice John Perry today sentenced Field to six years' prison with a non-parole period of four and a half years. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Australia/Local)
WMS cheerleading team takes 2nd at state meet Mar 14, 2007
One cheerleader was diagnosed with tonsillitis the night before the event, according to Sturgis. All four girls competed with their teammates on Saturday. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Mathis overcomes ailment to lead Career Mar 9, 2007
Careers Ilicia Mathis has recovered from a bout with tonsillitis to help lead the Panthers to the Class M state finals ... "Mathis played in the Panthers first eight games as Career went 7-1 and was ranked as high as fourth in the Register Top 10 Poll. Then the onset of the illness began and she missed the next three games. After her health didn t improve, Mathis knew she was running out of options. "I had tonsillitis twice so I was out for a while and then it came back again and (the doctors)... (New Haven Register, CT)
Ibuprofen Best In Relieving Children's Pain Mar 7, 2007
Ibuprofen has been shown in previous studies to relieve pain better than acetaminophen for tonsillitis or migraines, the study said. Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
Blood Test Distinguishes Mononucleosis, Tonsillitis Jan 19, 2007
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 17 (HealthDay News) -- A common blood test that measures a patient's ratio of white blood cell types can help doctors distinguish between tonsillitis and mononucleosis and provide appropriate treatment, British researchers say. Tonsillitis and mononucleosis are common conditions with similar symptoms, including sore throat, fever, painful swallowing, redness of the throat and tonsils, and white plaque on the tonsils, according to background information in the study ... "The... (MEDLINEplus)
Budinger's shrinking production slows Cats Jan 18, 2007
Upon returning home, it was determined he had tonsillitis. Budinger doesn't have an easy excuse this time. (FOX 11, AZ)
Common blood test can help distinguish between mononucleosis and tonsillitis Jan 16, 2007
Measuring a patient's ratio of white blood cell types may help physicians accurately distinguish between the similar conditions infectious mononucleosis and bacterial tonsillitis, potentially guiding treatment decisions, according to an article in the January issue of Archives of OtolaryngologyHead Surgery, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. Acute tonsillitis (inflammation of the tonsils) and infectious mononucleosis (caused by the Epstein-Barr virus) are both common ear, nose and throat... (EurekAlert!)
Body Parts: Tonsils: Helpful, troublesome guardians Jan 14, 2007
Tonsils often get infected themselves, causing inflammation called tonsillitis. They can keep getting infected, with recurring sickness for the patient. (North County Times)
Turf toe slows Medders Jan 10, 2007
First it was tonsillitis, then back spasms, then an injured shoulder that needed surgery, then a broken bone in a foot that had to be surgically repaired. Now. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Serviceman home for Christmas Jan 3, 2007
Barnes was so sick with mono and tonsillitis, that he had to go the hospital. The nurses gave him a shot and wrote o West on the Band-Aid. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
