This Woman Could Not Stay Sober Without Drinking- Until Doctors Found Her Bladder Was Brewing Its Own Alcohol

This Woman Could Not Stay Sober Without Drinking- Until Doctors Found Her Bladder Was Brewing Its Own Alcohol

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Updated Mar 19, 2025 | 02:00 AM IST

SummaryAuto-Brewery Syndrome (ABS) is a rare condition where gut microbes ferment carbohydrates into alcohol, causing intoxication without drinking. It can lead to misdiagnosed alcohol abuse and severe legal or health consequences.

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Ultra-Low-Dose CT Scans May Help Early Detection Of Pneumonia

Ultra-Low-Dose CT Scans May Detect Pneumonia in At-Risk Patients

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Updated Mar 19, 2025 | 09:20 AM IST

SummaryCT scans are the gold standard for detecting pneumonia but there are concerns regarding the risk posed by repeated exposure to radiation.

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Not Just In US, Measles Outbreak Is Growing Even Across The World- Is It Time To Get A Booster Shot?

Not Just In US, Measles Outbreak Is Growing Even Across The World- Is It Time To Get Booster Shot?

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Updated Mar 19, 2025 | 08:00 AM IST

SummaryMeasles outbreaks are surging globally due to declining vaccination rates and international travel. The US recently reported its first measles-related death since 2015, highlighting the urgent need for immunization efforts.

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Meet The First Man In New York's History To Be Cured Of Sickle Cell Disease

Man is cured of sickle cell disease, first in New York's History

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Updated Mar 18, 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

SummaryThe Long Island man had been coming to the hospital since he was 2 months old, now after 21 years he is cured. Read on to know how it happened.

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