Migraine-affected less likely to have breast cancer, says study Nov 15, 2008
Reports of infections after bird pecks are rare, says the author, but cases include finger infection after a swan bite, scalp infection following an owl attack, septic arthritis following a bite by a chicken, and a brain abscess after a rooster peck. MJA 2008;189:521-522 (Wilson P). (The Australian)
Study: Woman Loses Leg to Bird Peck Nov 4, 2008
"Serious infections relating to trauma involving a bird have included septic arthritis of the knee after a chicken bite and a fatal brain abscess in a child caused by a rooster peck," Wilson wrote. In this case, he said pre-existing circulation problems in the woman may have contributed to the aggressive course of the infection. (Fox News)
Elderly woman loses lower leg after magpie's infectious peck Nov 4, 2008
In his paper, Dr Wilson referred to other, more serious infections relating to trauma involving birds, including septic arthritis of the knee after a chicken bite and a fatal brain abscess caused by a rooster peck. But Dr Wilson said infections caused by bird peckings were rare. (The Canberra Times)
Targeted Genetics Announces Positive Phase 1/2 tgAAC94 Data Presented at Annual European Congress of Rheumatology Jun 12, 2008
Two SAEs of focused interest were reported -- a culture-negative septic arthritis considered probably related to study drug and a fatal disseminated histoplasmosis and retroperitoneal hemorrhage considered not related to study agent. Administration site reactions were observed in 12% of subjects. (PR Newswire)
ASGE issues updated guidelines on antibiotic prophylaxis for gastrointestinal endoscopy May 14, 2008
Other situations where antibiotic prophylaxis is not warranted include prevention of septic arthritis in patients with prosthetic joints, prevention of graft or device infection in patients with vascular grafts or other nonvalvular cardiovascular devices, and fine needle aspiration of solid lesions along the upper GI tract. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PREVENTION OF INFECTIONS OTHER THAN IE. (EurekAlert!)
Hib affects only humans Apr 16, 2008
Other less frequent complications include blood infection (septicaemia), bone infection (osteomyelitis), septic arthritis and infection of the membrane around the heart (pericarditis). Hib infections are treated with antibiotics. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
All kids to get jabs against pneumonia Apr 11, 2008
Hib is not a disease in itself but is the name of a bacterial microorganism that causes several serious, often life-threatening, illnesses like bacterial meningitis, pneumonia, septic arthritis, epiglottitis, an inflammation of the windpipe and a dangerous heart disease, pericarditis. Even though Hib vaccine has been in use for over 15 years in industrialized nations, less than one-third of the 72 poorest countries have access to it. (India Times, India)
TB Spread from Donor to Recipient Needs Fast Action Apr 5, 2008
" According to the authors of a related editorial note, TB should be considered when an unusual constellation of symptoms develops within the first few weeks after transplantation. Specifically, TB should be considered if the patient has persistent fever, pneumonia, meningitis, septic arthritis, kidney complications, septicemia, graft rejection, or bone marrow suppression.". The editorialists recommend that organ procurement organizations "obtain donor history of symptoms consistent with active... (MEDLINEplus)
Tigress dies in Bhopal Mar 16, 2008
00004000 "Brought to the park in 2006 from Borivali National Park, Mumbai, Rashmi was suffering from chronic septic arthritis," a park official said. "The tigress might have died of shock following the scuffle with another tigress," said A K Khare, assistant director of the park. (India Times, India)
From crock to rock Feb 10, 2008
Kewell's World Cup culminated against Croatia with a campaign-saving goal, a man-of-the-match performance, and septic arthritis in his left toe. He missed Australia's next game against Italy, Liverpool's pre- season, and the start of the 2006-2007 season. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Kewell all set for Socceroos Nov 4, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Matthew HallNovember 4, 2007. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
A College Student with Fever and Joint Pain Oct 25, 2007
To the Editor: In the Case Record of a patient with infectious mononucleosis and disseminated gonococcal disease with septic arthritis (June 21 issue),1 Dr. Davis does not consider, among the possible diagnoses, inflammatory bowel disease. This possibility should always be given serious consideration in a young adult who presents with pauciarticular arthritis associated with lower abdominal pain, anemia, fever, nausea, and vomiting. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Drug-Resistant Staph: What You Need to Know Oct 24, 2007
Some new arthritis medications reduce inflammation by depressing the immune system, which can lead to MRSA septic arthritis or increased suscepptibility to skin infections. The Mayo Clinic site on MRSA says Having rheumatoid arthritis increases your risk because arthritis drugs suppress your immune system and so increase the likelihood of infection. (New York Times)
Superbug outbreak hits baby unit Oct 17, 2007
They can, on very rare occasions, lead to more severe invasive infections, such as septic arthritis, blood poisoning and pneumonia. There have been seven deaths in England and Wales associated with the PVL strain of MRSA over the last two years, including the two recently reported at a hospital in the West Midlands. (Independent)
A 19-Year-Old College Student with Fever and Joint Pain Jun 21, 2007
Please for full text and personal services. Volume 356:2631-2637. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Benitez leaves Athens door ajar for Kewell May 8, 2007
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Out of cotton wool at last: Reds risk reserves trial for Kewell Apr 8, 2007
Kewell's World Cup campaign ended several days before Australia's loss to Italy because he was struck down after the Croatia game by septic arthritis, a bacterial infection in the joints of his left foot. Australia's World Cup preparation had become a circus as he battled to overcome an injury that forced him out of the FA Cup final last year at half-time. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Kewell plans Liverpool comeback next month Mar 30, 2007
Kewell, whose goal against Croatia put Australia into the second round of the World Cup, suffered a form of septic arthritis in his left toe. The newspaper speculated that if Kewell comes through his reserve-team outing intact, he could be back in Rafa Benitez s squad for the premiership trip to Manchester City on April 14. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
MRSA - It's even worse than you think Jan 17, 2007
If it enters the bloodstream, it can lead to more severe consequences, such as pneumonia, septicaemia, septic arthritis, heart-valve infections and death. Ask the Department of Health if this country has a problem with MRSA and staff there will claim the situation is improving. (Daily Mail)
