Wide anion gap metabolic acidosis from acetaminophen in therapeutic use
Posted by medical student in news health dated November 4th, 2010
According to this review I found recently (H/T to Renal Fellow Network) the mechanism is an accumulation of 5-oxoproline (pyroglutamic acid) due to depletion of glutathione. It is believed to be rare although the true incidence is unknown and it may be under recognized. Malnourished individuals seem more susceptible.
Brushing Your Teeth, Sodium Bicarbonate and Kidney Disease
Posted by medical student in health blog dated October 9th, 2010
A few months back I did a post about inexpensive or free ways to improve your health. I intended for it to turn into a series of posts but, until now, got away from the topic. I′ll add one more though here, “Brush your teeth with baking soda.” There are a number of reasons I′ve [...]
A Few Fequently Asked Questions?
Posted by medical student in blogging dated September 17th, 2010
The pH Miracle/Young pHorever Products and the Innerlight Products:Can I use Epsom salt instead of pHlush?
