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    [an error occurred while processing this directive] Charges not likely to be sought against assistant prosecutor 24 Nov 2005
    Wolf failed some of the physical sobriety tests administered by authorities at the scene of the traffic stop because he has neuropathy in his legs, said Dunn. ...
    - Joplin Globe,

    Health Support Groups 24 Nov 2005
    Information: Don, (563) 243-5585 or (800) 972-5455. Peripheral Neuropathy. 7-8:30 pm fourth Wednesdays, Larson Center, Genesis, Illini Campus, Silvis, Ill. ...
    - Quad City Times,

    Empiricus: our clinical journal commentator 24 Nov 2005
    Earlier trials in diabetic retinopathy and neuropathy found it relieved symptoms but failed to halt progression of these complications. ...
    - AustralianDoctor.com (subscription),

    Swedish firm buys Nurel 24 Nov 2005
    ...in mid-December, creating a global biotechnology company focusing on the treatment of diabetes and its complications, including chronic pain and neuropathy. ...
    - Pittsburgh Business Times,

    LymphaCare and Healthlight Infrared Therapy to Exhibit Neuropathy ... Nov 19, 2005
    Dr. James McGuire, PT, DPM, a renowned specialist in Diabetic Foot and Neuropathy, will be presenting on the topic of Monochromatic Infrared Light in the ...
    - PR Web (press release),

    Rescuing Damaged Nerves Nov 22, 2005
    More than half of all patients with diabetes develop neuropathy. ... Catherine Driessche was a teenager when painful neuropathy started in her feet and legs. ...
    - WOWT,

    Therapies help neuropathy sufferers Nov 15, 2005
    Q: I have peripheral neuropathy. It came as a ... Its number is 800-247-6968, and its Web site is www.neuropathy.org. You and all neuropathy ...
    - Contra Costa Times,

    Senior Spotlight: Free neuropathy screening, diabetic foot care ... Oct 30, 2005
    Girling Health Care of Plainview and Dr. Rueben Villa (nephrologist) have teamed up to provide a free screening for neuropathy and diabetic foot care. ...
    - Plainview Daily Herald,

    Diamyd Acquires American Biotechnology Company Nurel Therapeutics ... Nov 22, 2005
    ...in mid-December 2005, creating a global biotechnology company focusing on the treatment of diabetes and its complications including chronic pain and neuropathy ...
    - PrimeZone (press release),

    Phi Beta Psi Nov 21, 2005
    BEDFORD - The Bedford Neuropathy Support and Information Group observed the fifth anniversary of the group's formation with reminiscences of the organizational ...
    - Times-Mail (subscription),

    How sweet it isn't Nov 20, 2005
    Other complications of uncontrolled diabetes include neuropathy, which is nerve damage most commonly occurring in the feet, and peripheral vascular disease ...
    - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review,

    Medical advances and new therapies help diabetics cope Nov 21, 2005
    Diabetics can also suffer neuropathy, painful damage to nerves. ... It was neuropathy that most bothered Johnson, who was diagnosed as diabetic about 6 years ago. ...
    - Stuart News (subscription),

    Combination of Two Existing Drugs Offers Potential Alternative for ... Nov 22, 2005
    Toxic events were all grade 1 or 2 in severity and manifested predominantly as transient skin rash, fatigue, peripheral neuropathy and constipation. ...
    - DG News

    SINGLE-TIME EVENTS Nov 22, 2005
    794-5260 or 946-1460. Neuropathy Support Group, 10 am to noon the second Saturday each month, United Life Church, 3300 N Meridian Ave. 728-4487. ...
    - NewsOK.com (subscription),

    The diabetes menace Nov 12, 2005
    Known as diabetic neuropathy, this often very painful condition tends to develop in people who have had uncontrolled diabetes for a long time. ...
    - Malaysia Star,

    Research Helps Identify Precursors to Foot Disease in Diabetes ... Nov 11, 2005
    The root of the problem is often a condition known as peripheral neuropathy, which develops when uncontrolled high blood sugar damages the nerves of the legs ...
    - Newswise (press release)

    Drugs in Developement Nov 15, 2005
    ...signed an exclusive licensing agreement for AS-3201, an investigational drug for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy that was discovered and is being ...
    - R&D Directions (subscription),

    LymphaCare Adds Healthlight Infrared Therapy Systems to Its ... Nov 14, 2005
    Infrared Therapy System with Anodyne properties is utilized to alleviate pain and inflammation often associated with diabetic neuropathy and chronic pain ...
    - PR Newswire (press release),

    World Diabetes Day Focuses on Preventing Lower Limb Amputations Nov 13, 2005
    This nerve damage, called diabetic neuropathy, can cause sensations of pain and/or numbness, tingling, or "pins and needles" in the feet and hands. ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    HUGIN NEWS/Actelion and UCB enter into assignment and license ... Nov 16, 2005
    Zavesca® safety information Peripheral neuropathy and tremor has been reported in Type 1 Gaucher patients treated with Zavesca®. ...
    - Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung,

    War accused too sick for extradition: family Nov 20, 2005
    Specialists will outline the heart attack survivor's long-term health problems, including heart disease and peripheral neuropathy, an incurable and potentially ...
    - NEWS.com.au,

    Alleged war criminal's son denies health ploy Nov 20, 2005
    ..."These are medical specialists that have diagnosed his, you know he's got a few conditions, heart condition, he's got the peripheral neuropathy and he's also ...
    - ABC Online,

    Australian resists extradition over 1944 killing Nov 21, 2005
    ..."He's got a few conditions, heart condition, he's got the peripheral neuropathy and he also suffering from pretty bad depression as you could imagine in the ...
    - Expatica,

    Zentai's health in decline: family Nov 20, 2005
    ..."My father is restricted to walking short distances. "He has a condition called peripheral neuropathy and it is a progressive type of disorder. ...
    - Sydney Morning Herald (subscription),

    Oscient Pharmaceuticals Submits sNDA to FDA for Five-Day Treatment ... Nov 21, 2005
    ...fluoroquinolones have reported serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity and/or anaphylactic reactions, peripheral neuropathy, antibiotic-associated ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    Ministry of Health supports Diabetes Awareness Nov 21, 2005
    Dr Dawson says, "Foot complications in people with diabetes are a consequence of peripheral neuropathy, peripheral blood vessel disease or a combination of both ...
    - Scoop.co.nz (press release),

    RevitaMed's Pulsed Infrared/red Light Therapy (PILT) ... Nov 17, 2005
    ...(PRWEB) November 17, 2005 -- Throughout the past several decades a growing epidemic known as neuropathy has affected the lives of millions. ...
    - PR Web (press release),

    Treatment Advances in Colorectal Cancer Often Accompanied by ... Nov 17, 2005
    Peripheral neuropathy and neutropenia are the primary toxicities of this drug, whether used in combination with 5-FU or other agents. ...
    - DG News

    Better treatments will help patients cope with diabetes Nov 21, 2005
    Diabetes complications can include neuropathy, blindness, impotence and heart attacks, Meyer said. "But diabetes doesn't cause them. ...
    - Enterprise-Record,

    Evidence Supports First Non-Injectable Insulin as Alternative ... Nov 21, 2005
    ...therapy over the course of their disease to control blood glucose and avoid serious complications including cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, and nephropathy ...
    - Newswise (press release)

    AIDS & ME: 20 YEARS OF THANKSGIVING Nov 22, 2005
    ...advice. ActionAIDS furnishes me an expert social worker; Philadelphia FIGHT provides welcome acupuncture for my HIV neuropathy. ...
    - Centre Daily Times,

    Alpha-lipoic acid to fight free radicals Nov 21, 2005
    Dubbed the universal antioxidant, alpha-lipoic acid offers powerful protection against ageing diseases such as cataracts, diabetic retinopathy and neuropathy. ...
    - New Straits Times,

    Recycled Or Revamped Therapeutics Find Novel Anti-cancer ... Nov 20, 2005
    ...was contained to predominantly grade 1 or 2, Amato said, manifested predominantly in transient skin rash, fatigue, peripheral neuropathy and constipation. ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    A simple infection is enough to reduce you to tears Nov 20, 2005
    ...elbows. Arthritis in the neck can also cause neuropathy due to pressure on the nerve where it travels from the neck into the arm. ...
    - The Herald,

    NIMA holds seminar on management of nasal Nov 21, 2005
    He said a free diabetic neuropathy detection camp was held at Gupta Clinic, Shivpuri, on October 27. As many as 120 patients came for nerve conduction study. ...
    - Ludhiana Newsline,

    Health and fitness calendar, November 22 Nov 21, 2005
    303-926-3006. • Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group - For those suffering pain, burning, freezing or numbness in their hands and feet. ...
    - Rocky Mountain News,

    'Knock Your Socks Off' campaign calls for foot screenings Nov 8, 2005
    Diabetic neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes. ... If you are experiencing any of the signs of neuropathy, call your doctor right away. ...
    - Foster's Daily Democrat,

    Health Alert: Antioxidants could repair nerve damage Nov 9, 2005
    ...(National-NBC) November 9, 2005 - Catherine Driessche was a teenager when painful neuropathy started in her feet and legs. And she ...
    - WIS,

    Little-known procedure can alleviate an effect of diabetes Nov 15, 2005
    ...gravel - with each footstep. Her condition, neuropathy, affects about half of the 17 million Americans with diabetes. Because the body ...
    - NorthJersey.com,

    It’s diabetes day Nov 12, 2005
    The most important factors related to the development of these ulcers are peripheral neuropathy, foot deformities, minor foot trauma and peripheral vascular ...
    - Malaysia Star,

    Let’s fight out this epidemic of the modern age Nov 15, 2005
    Diabetic neuropathy is probably the most common complication of diabetes. ... Neuropathy can lead to sensory loss and damage to the limbs. ...
    - GreaterKashmir.com (press release),

    Albumin-bound Paclitaxel, Clofarabine and Erlotinib Expand ... Nov 14, 2005
    ...traditional formulations. In particular, Ms. Sisson noted, the drug reduces the neuropathy associated with Taxol. Ms. Thompson added ...
    - DG News

    Quigley Amends Third Quarter Results Nov 14, 2005
    ...segment including two pre-clinical toxicity studies which determined that QR-333, our topical compound for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy, is safe for ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Neglect of feet may cost diabetic patients dear Nov 15, 2005
    The risk conditions associated with an increased risk of amputation are peripheral neuropathy with loss of protective sensation, altered biomechanics with ...
    - Newindpress,

    For diabetics, foot care comes first Nov 13, 2005
    As the patients are at risk of nerve damage (neuropathy) and problems with blood supply to their feet (ischaemia), the diabetics could not feel the sense of ...
    - Newindpress,

    AMDG markets lifesaver for diabetics Oct 27, 2005
    ...managing director Dr Malcolm Ellis said: "Around 70 per cent of the diabetics in the UK develop a condition known as Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy (DAN) that ...
    - Yorkshire Post Today,

    Managing diabetes Nov 13, 2005
    Peripheral neuropathy, foot deformities, minor foot trauma and peripheral vascular disease are the factors that lead to the development of such ulcers. ...
    - Kathmandu Post,

    Celgene Receives Approvable Letter From FDA for THALOMID(R) in ... Nov 15, 2005
    ...permanent. Peripheral neuropathy is a common, potentially severe, side effect of treatment with thalidomide that may be irreversible. ...
    - PR Newswire (press release),

    ZFP Technology Company Sangamo Brings In $20.5M Nov 11, 2005
    ...quarter, Sangamo filed an investigational new drug application and has since started a Phase I trial of a ZFP therapeutic in patients with diabetic neuropathy. ...
    - BioWorld Online (subscription),

    Highlights From MMWR: High Prevalence of LED in US Adults and More Nov 18, 2005
    The majority of cases were related to peripheral neuropathy (12.9%) and peripheral artery disease (PAD); foot ulcers, current foot lesions, and toe/foot ...
    - Medscape (subscription)

    New Treatment Combinations Expanding Options for Patients with ... Nov 17, 2005
    ...to the results. The primary toxicity was neuropathy, which persisted in 3.4% of patients on the FOLFOX4 regimen. Capecitabine, an ...
    - DG News

    NeuroMetrix, Inc. Announces Hiring of Dr. Eugene Lesser as Medical ... Nov 17, 2005
    The NC-stat System, the Company's neuropathy diagnostic system, has been on the market since May 1999 and is presently used in nearly 3,000 physician's offices ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    Sangamo BioSciences Announces Presentation at American Heart ... Nov 16, 2005
    ZFP Therapeutic(TM) development programs are currently in Phase I clinical trials for evaluation of safety in patients with diabetic neuropathy and peripheral ...
    - PR Newswire (press release),

    Community Events Nov 17, 2005
    532-0505. • We are a support group in Calgary for sufferers of Peripheral Neuropathy or any other form of neurotic pain. Attend ...
    - Calgary Country,

    Students will dance the day away for a good cause Nov 19, 2005
    The event will benefit Sarah Sullivan, a 24-year-old wife and mother who was diagnosed with Autonomic Neuropathy and Autoimmune Dysautonomia. ...
    - Gwinnett Daily Post,

    AREA HAPPENINGS Nov 18, 2005
    For more information call 347-5332. n AZALEA COAST Neuropathy Support Group is selling raffle tickets for prints by artist, Ivy Hayes to be held Nov. 19. ...
    - Jacksonville Daily News,

    NeurogesX Adds Neil Kurtz, MD, to Board; President and CEO of ... Nov 10, 2005
    ...initial products are focused on the treatment of chronic pain in the areas of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), painful HIV-associated sensory neuropathy (HIV-AN ...
    - Business Wire (press release),

    Foot care for diabetics Nov 14, 2005
    The burning your mother is experiencing is a common sign of diabetic neuropathy - damage to the nerves in the feet - as a result of impaired circulation. ...
    - Arizona Republic,

    LymphaCareâ„¢ Adds Healthlightâ„¢ Brand Infrared Therapy Products ... Nov 9, 2005
    ...by physical therapists, physicians, other medical professionals, and patients for treatment of diabetic or non-diabetic peripheral neuropathy (www.neuropathy ...
    - PR Web (press release),

    BioTech Medics, Inc. Announces Significant Finding Treating ... Nov 10, 2005
    ...have been successfully treated with the Neurolase (TM) Medical Laser in Dallas over the past 2 years for painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy, using the ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Calendar - November 18, 2005 Nov 18, 2005
    W., 755-1142 or 749-2178. NEUROPATHY : Support group meets, 5:30 pm, at the Peterborough Chamber of Commerce, 175 George St. N., 1-866-622-2623. ...
    - Lindsay This Week,

    Heavy Metals in Tibetan Medicine: dilemma or a magical remedy Nov 10, 2005
    ...for any physical symptoms that include cardiovascular evaluation and a neurological examination (tremor, peripheral sensory neuropathy, motor neuropathy and ...
    - Phayul,

    Longtime pastor isn't letting up Nov 20, 2005
    A debilitating case of peripheral neuropathy, a condition that results from injury to the nerves, took Wall out of the pulpit in 1999. ...
    - Greensboro News Record,

    Saifee Hospital, J&J join hands to raise diabetes awareness Nov 17, 2005
    The programme will also include activities like free testing for blood sugar, neuropathy check, foot care tips and retinopathy check among others. ...
    - India Infoline.com,

    Precaution Added to Cymbalta Label Nov 9, 2005
    ...brand name Cymbalta). Duloxetine is an antidepressant that is also approved to treat the pain of peripheral neuropathy. Since the ...
    - Diabetes Self Management

    Senior firefighter retires after 44 years Nov 17, 2005
    Despite his advanced age, Weiner says he's in pretty good health, except for neuropathy that affects his ability to walk properly. ...
    - Milford Times,

    Calendar: Healthy happenings Nov 20, 2005
    ...(803)254-7777. • Columbia-area neuropathy support group, 5:30p.m. the last Tuesday, Incarnation Lutheran Church, 3005 Devine St. ...
    - The State,

    Loss of sight no barrier to study Nov 18, 2005
    Duncan, 19, lost his sight almost overnight with a genetic disease called Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy. "I wasn't expecting it. ...
    - Hobart Mercury,

    COMMUNITY CALENDAR Nov 10, 2005
    PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY GROUP: The Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group will meet at 11 am Tuesday at Parc Place, 1301 Airport Freeway in Bedford. ...
    - Dallas Morning News (subscription),

    National diabetes awareness month Nov 9, 2005
    She had problems with leaking blood vessels in her eyes and neuropathy, nerve problems, in her feet when she was 19 years old. The ...
    - El Defensor Chieftain,

    Surgery may help problem-prone diabetics Nov 19, 2005
    They result from sensation loss or neuropathy, which deprives diabetes patients of their ability to feel pressure or pain in the lower extremities. ...
    - Daily News Journal (subscription),

    Journal of Clinical Oncology Publishes Pivotal Phase III Study ... Nov 1, 2005
    On a dose accumulative basis, the average neuropathy score between ABRAXANE and Taxol did not differ. As expected with a higher ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Enhanced safflower with health benefits progresses to field trials Nov 16, 2005
    Health issues where supplemental GLA may be beneficial include atopic eczema, dermatitis, diabetic neuropathy, breast pain, infant nutrition, premenstrual ...
    - Checkbiotech.org (press release),

    Antioxidants to fight free radicals Oct 24, 2005
    Alpha-lipoic acid is an approved treatment for diabetic neuropathy in Germany. Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage associated with ...
    - New Straits Times,

    Clinical Data on Thalidomide Reported in Recurrent Epithelial ... Nov 3, 2005
    ...between both groups. Adverse events observed were fatigue, constipation, peripheral neuropathy and deep vein thrombosis. "Based on ...
    - PR Newswire (press release),

    I kept saying: ‘Do you mean amputate my leg?’ Nov 6, 2005
    Diabetics are at risk because they can suffer neuropathy (disease of the peripheral nerves), which can lead to an absence of sensation. ...
    - The Herald,

    Alpha lipoic acid primer Oct 29, 2005
    Besides acting as an antioxidant, alpha lipoic acid is also an approved treatment for diabetic neuropathy in Germany. Numerous studies ...
    - Malaysia Star,

    Epithelial ovarian cancer, Topotecan plus Thalidomide more ... Nov 5, 2005
    ...both groups. Adverse events observed were fatigue, constipation, peripheral neuropathy and deep vein thrombosis. Thalidomide is ...
    - Xagena.it,

    (PRN) - Cimetrix Reports Third Quarter Financial Results ... [+] Nov 14, 2005
    ...[+]. (PRN) - LymphaCare Adds Healthlight Infrared Therapy Systems to Its Product Line as a Neuropathy Treatment Option to Anodyne Therapy, RevitaMed, and ...
    - Bolsamania.com,

    Take Care Of Your Foot, Avoid Amputation Nov 12, 2005
    Chandran said diabetic patients would usually suffer complications through two ways -- Diabetic Neuropathy and Diabetic Vasculopathy. ...
    - Bernama,

    NeuroMetrix, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results; Total ... Oct 27, 2005
    ...of 2005, we posted strong topline growth of 89% on a year over year basis due to the continuingcustomer demand for our NC-stat neuropathy diagnostic solution. ...
    - Finanzen.net,

    ‘Put your feet first on World Diabetes Day’ Nov 13, 2005
    Factors behind ulcers are peripheral neuropathy, foot deformities, minor foot trauma and peripheral vascular disease, says Dr Mayur Patel, Diabetologist ...
    - Ahmedabad Newsline,

    Millennium Reports Strong Third Quarter 2005 Financial Results Oct 26, 2005
    Risks associated with VELCADE therapy include new or worsening peripheral neuropathy, hypotension observed throughout therapy, cardiac disorders ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    HEALTH CALENDAR: HEALTH CALENDAR Nov 1, 2005
    NEUROPATHY: OPTIMISM FOR TREATING A CHALLENGING PROBLEM: Plastic and reconstructive surgeons will discuss procedures to reverse the causes of neuropathy and ...
    - Asbury Park Press,

    Skin change detection could cut amputation Nov 11, 2005
    Peripheral neuropathy, which develops when uncontrolled high blood sugar damages the nerves of the legs and feet, results in greatly decreased sensitivity. ...
    - United Press International

    MultiVu Video Feed: FDA Approves Device That Lets Chronic Pain ... Nov 8, 2005
    ...healed. Or it may be from an ongoing condition, such as back or leg pain, complex regional pain syndrome, or painful neuropathy. ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Daily Planner: Thursday Nov 9, 2005
    343-3465. Weekly. PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY SUPPORT: 10 am Talk about the challenges and ways to stay active while experiencing pain or numbness. Monthly speaker. ...
    - Enterprise-Record,

    Abraxaneâ„¢ Shows Significant Activity for the Treatment of ... Nov 11, 2005
    ...patients. Severe toxic effects of treatment were rare; however, six CN patients had grade III sensory peripheral neuropathy. These ...
    - Cancer Consultants (press release),

    For your health Nov 15, 2005
    7122 or 7124. Neuropathy foot screenings, 4 to 8:30 pm Thursday, Pascack Valley Hospital Diabetes Center, Old Hook Road, Westwood. ...
    - NorthJersey.com,

    Health Events Nov 15, 2005
    NEW TREATMENTS FOR NEUROPATHY, 10-11 am, Watson Clinic main library, Lakeland, sponsored by the clinic and Lakeland Regional Medical Center. ...
    - The Ledger,

    Health calendar Nov 14, 2005
    Free. (512) 942-4115. Austin Peripheral Neuropathy -- 10 to 11:30 am Saturday. Dr. Marci Roy, a neurologist, is the guest speaker. ...
    - Austin American-Statesman (subscription),

    Bahrain steps up war on diabetes 03 Oct 2005
    ..."All diabetics can be expected to develop neuropathy (damage to the nervous system) in the long term," said Dr Abdulla. "Here in ...
    - Gulf Daily News

    Senior calendar 03 Oct 2005
    Coin Club meeting, 6 pm today, Senior Center. For more information, call 766-6959. Peripheral Neuropathy support group, 7 pm Oct. 10, Senior Center. ...
    - Corvallis Gazette Times

    Heel to toe 03 Oct 2005
    Diabetes can harm the nerves in a person's feet. A diabetic may not feel a cut or bruise on the foot. That is called neuropathy. ...
    - Bloomington Pantagraph

    Neurobiological Technologies, Inc. Promotes Karl G. Trass Vice ... 03 Oct 2005
    Specific therapeutic areas of his expertise include: diabetic neuropathy, HIV, breast cancer, diabetes, obesity, CMV, psoriasis, AMI, pain, and transplant. ...
    - Biotech Intelligence (press release)

    Eisai wins diabetic neuropathy drug from Dainippon Sep 29, 2005
    Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. (4506.T: Quote, Profile, Research) to develop, produce and sell an experimental diabetic neuropathy drug. Eisai said ...
    - Reuters

    Nerve changes from diabetes begin earlier than previously known Sep 30, 2005
    About half the people with diabetes develop some type of nerve damage (neuropathy) caused indirectly by high blood sugar levels. ...
    - Innovations-Report

    Japan's Eisai and Dainippon in licensing deal for diabetic ... Sep 29, 2005
    Pharmaceutical Co Ltd and Eisai Co Ltd said they have inked a licensing agreement for AS-3201, a potential new treatment for diabetic neuropathy discovered by ...
    - Forbes

    Neuropathy may be first sign of diabetes Sep 21, 2005
    A recent study suggests that patients who present with idiopathic neuropathy might be showing the first signs of diabetes. Peripheral ...
    - HealthandAge.com

    Surgical Decompression in Lower-Extremity Diabetic Peripheral ... Sep 21, 2005
    Peripheral neuropathy can be a devastating complication of diabetes mellitus. ... The neuropathy diagnosis was confirmed using quantitative sensory testing. ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    Idiopathic Neuropathy May Be the First Indication of Prediabetes Sep 13, 2005
    Newswise — Patients who present with idiopathic neuropathy may in fact be experiencing the first signs of impaired glucose tolerance (IGT or “prediabetes ...
    - Newswise (press release)

    Peripheral neuropathy camp in the City Sep 14, 2005
    Peripheral neuropathy is a major and common complication resulting from diabetes mellitus. Certain vitamin deficiencies, medications ...
    - Newindpress

    Possible Link between Erectile Dysfunction Drugs and Optic ... Sep 14, 2005
    This condition, known as NAION, or non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy, can cause a sudden loss of eyesight by blocking blood flow to the optic nerve. ...
    - eMaxHealth.com

    Dealing With Pain -- Chiropractic Neuropathy Sep 13, 2005
    When you say the word "pain" -- everyone knows what it is -- even if they have a different tolerance level. All this week, ABC News ...
    - WQAD

    Eisai Signs In-Licensing Agreement with Dainippon Pharmaceutical ... Sep 29, 2005
    ...today signed an exclusive licensing agreement for AS-3201 (generic name: ranirestat), an investigational drug for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy that was ...
    - PharmaLive.com (press release)

    Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage Oct 1, 2005
    ...injury caused by pressure), visceral trauma, atrial (heart) fibrillation, airway obstruction associated with recurrent laryngeal neuropathy, lung disease ...
    - TheHorse.com

    Favorable Study Addressing Quigley Pharma's Diabetic Neuropathy ... Sep 8, 2005
    Quigley Pharma announced today that a preliminary report of QR-333, a topical compound for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy, was recently featured in the ...
    - Medical News Today (press release)

    Study: Diabetic nerve change begins early Sep 29, 2005
    Bad bone marrow cause diabetic neuropathy (August 22, 2005) -- Researchers say malfunctioning bone marrow cells that produce insulin appear to cause a ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association Sep 21, 2005
    Since 1992 it has been reported that patients with diabetes mellitus recover sensibility and obtain relief of pain from neuropathy symptoms by decompression of ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    EISAI: Eisai Signs In-Licensing Agreement with Dainippon ... Sep 30, 2005
    ...signed an exclusive licensing agreement for AS-3201 (generic name: ranirestat), an investigational drug for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy that was ...
    - Webbolt Business News (subscription)

    Is diminished pleasure due to medication? Sep 30, 2005
    The neurologist sent me for a second opinion. The new neurologist said that I have neuropathy, for which he prescribed Neurontin. What are my options? ...
    - Monterey County Herald

    Blood tests can help determine cause of erectile dysfunction Oct 2, 2005
    High doses of prednisone over many years caused a multitude of problems. Two have been neuropathy and diabetes. Thus comes the impotence issue. ...
    - Staunton News Leader

    Comparison of Measures of Large-Fiber Nerve Function in Patients ... Sep 16, 2005
    Measurement of large-fiber peripheral nerve function is critical to the assessment of patients with nerve injury, chronic nerve compression, and neuropathy. ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    Diabetics see benefit from new therapy Sep 27, 2005
    Of all diabetics, about half worldwide suffer from some form of peripheral neuropathy - a disorder, caused by damage to peripheral (outer) nerves, that can ...
    - Pittsburg Morning Sun

    Testing for Loss of Protective Sensation in Patients with Foot ... Sep 16, 2005
    ...one-point from two-point static touch stimuli may allow identification of these at-risk individuals earlier in the clinical course of diabetic neuropathy. ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    Patients achieved long-term pain reduction with LYRICA(TM) despite ... Sep 19, 2005
    19 /CNW/ - Pfizer Inc's LYRICA(TM) (pregabalin) capsules provided relief from pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy and postherpetic neuralgia ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG) Communities Unite to Pursue ... Sep 16, 2005
    ...been created, guided by patient insights from the Immune Deficiency Foundation (IDF), the Jeffrey Modell Foundation (JMF), and The Neuropathy Association (TNA ...
    - Business Wire (press release)

    /CORRECTION -- Quigley Corporation/ Sep 7, 2005
    In the news release, Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications Publishes Favorable Study Addressing Quigley Pharma's Diabetic Neuropathy Formulation QR-333 ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Study: Diabetic nerve change begins early Sep 29, 2005
    ...complications. About half of people with diabetes develop some type of neuropathy caused indirectly by high blood sugar levels. ...
    - Monsters and Critics.com

    Clinical Data on FACTIVE(R) Tablets to be Presented at the 43rd ... Sep 30, 2005
    ...fluoroquinolones have reported serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity and/or anaphylactic reactions, peripheral neuropathy, antibiotic-associated ...
    - Genetic Engineering News

    Your Weekend Sep 29, 2005
    Hilton Head. Bimonthly support group meeting for people suffering from neuropathy. The site is wheelchair accessible. Meetings are ...
    - Savannah Morning News

    Military Resale Group Named Exclusive Distributor of Desert Health ... Sep 28, 2005
    Group Chairman, Ed Whelan, stated, "I can speak from personal experience using DHPI's footcare product, that it is extremely effective in treating neuropathy. ...
    - Market Wire (press release)

    Eisai to hold clinical trials for diabetes drug Sep 30, 2005
    The two companies say an estimated 3.6 million people in the US and 1.7 million in Japan are affected by diabetic neuropathy, a complication of diabetes that ...
    - NorthJersey.com

    Infrared therapy relieves pain, numbness, tingling Sep 25, 2005
    Symptomatic reversal of peripheral neuropathy was demonstrated in patients with diabetes in another article in the Journal of American Podiatry Medical ...
    - St. Petersburg Times

    Shots in the dark Sep 30, 2005
    Arthritis in his hands makes it difficult to grip a golf club. Neuropathy in his feet, another side effect of diabetes, causes sharp pain when he walks. ...
    - Longview Daily News

    The Local Scene Sep 28, 2005
    ...regional vice president of Missouri Home Care (MHC) in Rolla, recently announced that MHC now offers a new therapy program, The Anodyne Neuropathy Care Program ...
    - Rolla Daily News

    Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications Publishes Favorable ... Sep 7, 2005
    Topical Compound May Safely Offer Relief for the Treatment of Symptomatic Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy DOYLESTOWN, Penn., Sept. ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)

    Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications Publishes Favorable ... Sep 7, 2005
    Nasdaq: QGLY - News), announced today that a preliminary report of QR-333, a topical compound for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy, was recently featured ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    An irregular heartbeat needs attention ASK DR. H MITCHELL HECHT Sep 13, 2005
    Q: Can the same medications that help treat the nerve pain from shingles also be useful for peripheral neuropathy pain in my feet? A: Yes, they can. ...
    - Wilkes Barre Times-Leader

    Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Funds Production of Cell Lines by ... Sep 29, 2005
    ZFP Therapeutic(TM) development programs are currently in Phase I clinical trials for evaluation of safety in patients with diabetic neuropathy and peripheral ...
    - PharmaLive.com (press release)

    Pfizer markets Lyrica drug for pain, seizures Sep 20, 2005
    ...research facilities, Lyrica is approved by federal regulators to treat three specific ailments: the nerve pain associated with diabetic neuropathy, nerve pain ...
    - Detroit Free Press

    Common Nutrient May Ease Diabetic Pain Sep 19, 2005
    ISLAMABAD: A common nutrient sold as a dietary supplement may help ease the pain caused by diabetic neuropathy, according to two new studies. ...
    - PakTribune.com

    Diabetes Mellitus Sep 19, 2005
    Diabetic neuropathy is probably the most common complication of diabetes. ... Neuropathy can lead to sensory loss and damage to the limbs. ...
    - Vashi2Panvel.Com

    Morphological and Functional Changes in the Diabetic Peripheral ... Sep 21, 2005
    Cross-sectional areas of the tibial nerve were measured in diabetic patients with neuropathy and compared with previously reported measurements in nondiabetic ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    Golf outing planned to benefit Milton man Sep 25, 2005
    ..."He's such a good guy," she says of her husband, a retired Pike County Sheriff's deputy who is battling a disease called peripheral neuropathy. ...
    - Quincy Herald Whig

    Tingling feet may be lead-up to diabetes Sep 13, 2005
    13 (UPI) -- Researchers have determined tingling in the feet, or neuropathy, could be an early warning indicator for impaired glucose tolerance, or prediabetes ...
    - United Press International

    Researchers Discover Gene Mutations Linked With A Type Of Chronic ... Sep 28, 2005
    The research on the genetic mutations of SEPT9 was supported by grants from the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, the Neuropathy Association, the National ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    First-Time Volunteer Experience “Above Expectations� Sep 28, 2005
    For Read, it is impossible to overstate the value of yet another doctor, chief of neuropathy at a local university medical center, who helped many survivors in ...
    - Red Cross

    Allon "rings bell" to celebrate Toronto Stock Exchange listing Sep 28, 2005
    ...developing drugs that protect against neurodegenerative conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis and neuropathy. ...
    - CNW Telbec (Communiqués de presse)

    Allon Therapeutics to list shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange Sep 20, 2005
    ...company developing drugs that protect against conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis and neuropathy. ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Cytokinetics and GlaxoSmithKline Amend Collaboration Agreement for ... Sep 27, 2005
    Inhibition of these other cellular functions produces dose-limiting toxicities such as peripheral neuropathy, an impairment of the peripheral nervous system. ...
    - PharmaLive.com (press release)

    Corgentech and AlgoRx Announce Merger Agreement Sep 26, 2005
    ...preclinical development as a topical local anesthetic. This product. such as chemotherapy-induced neuropathy, in 2006. This product. ...
    - PharmaLive.com (press release)

    health briefs: Therapy seminar for diabetics is Wednesday Sep 20, 2005
    ...on Wednesday, Sept. 21, on diabetic neuropathy — a type of nerve damage among those who have diabetes. Physiocare offers physical ...
    - Jupiter Courier (subscription)

    (PRN) - Senetek PLC Investor Conference Call Scheduled for October ... Sep 29, 2005
    ...[+]. (PRN) - Eisai Signs In-Licensing Agreement with Dainippon Pharmaceutical for Potential New Treatment for Diabetic Neuropathy ... [+. ...
    - Bolsamania.com

    Eli Lilly "neutral weight" Sep 26, 2005
    ...in Berlin. Eli Lilly recently announced the failure of its ruboxistaurin drug for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN). The analyst ...
    - New Ratings

    Study Shows Diabetic Nursing Home Residents are 400% More Likely ... Sep 26, 2005
    Study researchers believe that peripheral neuropathy, a condition caused by problems with peripheral nerves, that can affect the sensation in diabetics’ feet ...
    - Newsinferno.com

    Treatment break of at least six months needed before improvement ... Sep 28, 2005
    ...associated with damage to mitochondria in nerve and fat cells, leading to a variety of side-effects including lactic acidosis, peripheral neuropathy and body ...
    - Aidsmap

    Agent Orange link questioned Sep 26, 2005
    ...cutanea tarda, respiratory cancers (lung, bronchus, larynx and trachea), soft-tissue sarcoma, acute and subacute peripheral neuropathy, prostate cancer and ...
    - Washington Times

    Pfizer's Lyrica Now Available for Patients Sep 21, 2005
    ...capsules cv, a new prescription medication for the management of neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), postherpetic neuralgia ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Study shows that nursing homes should consider diabetes a ... Sep 25, 2005
    Dr. Maurer speculates that problems with peripheral nerves that can affect the sensation in diabetic people's feet, known as peripheral neuropathy, could be ...
    - News-Medical.net

    Corgentech and AlgoRx Announce Merger Agreement Sep 26, 2005
    This product is expected to enter clinical trials for cutaneous neuropathic pain, such as chemotherapy-induced neuropathy, in 2006. ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)

    Sativex, a Cannabis Based Medicine, Significantly Reduces Central ... Sep 27, 2005
    Randomized, controlled trial of cannabis-based medicine in central pain in multiple sclerosis. Neurology 2005;65:812 2. Neuropathy Trust 2005. ...
    - PharmaLive.com (press release)

    The Cleveland Clinic Implements Anodyne Therapy Treatment Programs Sep 19, 2005
    ...to significantly increase circulation for wound healing, pain reduction and balance improvements - particularly in patients with peripheral neuropathy. ...
    - Business Wire (press release)

    Ask The Doctor: Stressful movies, heavy meals cause sleep ... Sep 27, 2005
    These lesions should initiate an investigation for diabetic microangiopathy and neuropathy and to rule out involvement of other organs like eyes. ...
    - Peninsula On-line

    REGION AL BRIEFS Sep 26, 2005
    Medical camp: Mr Vimal Thathai, a member of the Municipal Council, inaugurated a free physiotherapy and neuropathy camp at Guru Kripa Ashram on Monday. ...
    - The Tribune

    A brief history of happy times as a vet Sep 25, 2005
    After that time his career was being crippled by a degenerative muscle disease now known as hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy. ...
    - Scotsman

    This plea is to save Sandy's life Sep 27, 2005
    But being the `trouper' she is, Sandy has endured much including a detached retina, neuropathy and finally kidney and pancreatic failure at the age of 30. ...
    - Trenton Times

    Diabetic Nerve Therapy Shows 'Striking' Results Sep 12, 2005
    ..."Diabetic neuropathy is a major problem in insulin-dependent diabetes, particularly in patients who have had the disease for a period of time," said Professor ...
    - eMaxHealth.com

    Senior calendar Sep 11, 2005
    Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group, 7 pm today, Chintimini Senior Center. For information, call Phyllis at 929-6779 or Henny at 752-3646. ...
    - Corvallis Gazette Times

    Diabetics with 'at risk' feet are prone to problems Sep 6, 2005
    Neuropathy is nerve damage in the feet caused by diabetes. Nearly 75 percent of all diabetics develop some degree of neuropathy. ...
    - Auburn Citizen

    Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association Sep 21, 2005
    ...fasciitis, disabling sequelae of a Lisfranc fracture or dislocation, failed treatment of metatarsalgia, sinus tarsi syndrome, or neuropathy, the differential ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    Finally relief in sight for Canadians suffering from Neuropathic ... Sep 19, 2005
    LYRICA is the first treatment approved for the management of neuropathic pain (NeP) or "nerve pain" associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    New Neuropathic Pain Medication Now Available To Canadians Sep 19, 2005
    Lyrica(TM) is the first treatment approved for the management of neuropathic pain (NeP) associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and postherpetic ...
    - Halifax Live

    NeuroMetrix, Inc. to Present at the UBS Global Life Sciences ... Sep 22, 2005
    The NC-stat System, the Company's neuropathy diagnostic system, has been on the market since May 1999 and is presently used in nearly 2,700 physician's offices ...
    - Business Wire (press release)

    Diabetics increases likelihood of falling and associated ... Sep 24, 2005
    It has been speculated that with peripheral nerves that can affect the sensation in diabetic people's feet, known as peripheral neuropathy, could be the ...
    - MedIndia

    Friday, September 23 Sep 22, 2005
    Noon, Old Country Buffet. •WORDEN – A St. Vincent Healthcare Education Program, “Peripheral Neuropathy,� is held at the Worden Senior Center. Noon. ...
    - Billings Outpost

    Health Support Groups Sep 19, 2005
    Information: Don, (563) 243-5585 or (800) 972-5455. Peripheral Neuropathy. 7-8:30 pm fourth Wednesdays, Larson Center, Genesis, Illini Campus, Silvis, Ill. ...
    - Quad City Times

    Community Calendar Sep 20, 2005
    Southeast PA Peripheral Neuropathy Resource Group: Meets 6-7:45 pm today in the conference room of Main Line Health Outpatient Center in Lawrence Park Shopping ...
    - The Delaware County Times

    For your health Sep 13, 2005
    Information: (201) 265-9296. "Peripheral Neuropathy: Protecting and Treating the Feet and Legs," talk by Dr. Vincent Giacalone at Northern New Jersey ...
    - NorthJersey.com

    NeuroMetrix, Inc. to Present at the UBS Global Life Sciences ... Sep 22, 2005
    TheNC-stat System, the Company's neuropathy diagnostic system, has beenon the market since May 1999 and is presently used in nearly 2,700physician's offices ...
    - Finanzen.net

    Health guide Sep 21, 2005
    Call 238-6008 for appointments. St. Vincent Healthcare Education program "Peripheral Neuropathy." Held at the Worden Senior Center, Worden. Noon. St. ...
    - Billings Gazette

    Community Events Sep 22, 2005
    532-0505. • We are a support group in Calgary for sufferers of Peripheral Neuropathy or any other form of neurotic pain. Attend ...
    - Calgary Country

    Dorsal Foot Pain Due to Compression of the Deep Peroneal Nerve by ... Sep 21, 2005
    Once decompression of the entrapment neuropathy of the deep peroneal nerve was accomplished, the obvious enlarged bony prominence or bony exostosis was readily ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    Expanded National Study of Over 2,000 Balance Dysfunction Patients ... Sep 23, 2005
    Since balance problems can arise from any number of central and peripheral physiological problems, such as vertigo, peripheral neuropathy (damage to the ...
    - Yahoo! News (press release)

    Business helps diabetes patients find comfortable footwear Sep 21, 2005
    A sore or cut on the foot may get worse because they aren't aware it is there. This lack of feeling is cause by nerve damage, also called diabetic neuropathy. ...
    - Rolla Daily News

    Wind Soundness Exam Studies Sep 21, 2005
    Finally, Lane studied yearlings which were referred to a "wind panel" at the Tattersalls sales facility after recurrent laryngeal neuropathy (RLN) was detected ...
    - TheHorse.com

    Research shows influence of vitamin C on weight control Sep 18, 2005
    My pet guinea pig died of scurvy — a fatal disease caused by a lack of vitamin C. I never saw his receding gums, joint pain, neuropathy (nerve pain) or ...
    - Houston Chronicle

    Equinus Deformity as a Factor in Forefoot Nerve Entrapment Sep 21, 2005
    ...increased forefoot pressures due to equinus deformity may contribute to the development of forefoot nerve compressions, whether or not neuropathy is present. ...
    - Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association

    WCMC beginning Phase III clinical trial of Ranirestat Sep 6, 2005
    Ranirestat is the first drug to address the underlying cause of diabetic neuropathy, the most serious and common complication facing diabetics. ...
    - Peninsula On-line

    Old Drug Shows New Promise For Huntington's Disease Sep 12, 2005
    In Japan in the late 1950s and 60s, the drug was found to cause a neurologic condition called subacute myelo-optico-neuropathy (SMON), with symptoms including ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Lilly's Cymbalta And Forteo May Provide Upside Sep 14, 2005
    We are projecting 2010 US sales of $650 million, which could prove conservative if Lilly is able to secure an DPN [diabetic peripheral neuropathy] indication.".
    - Forbes

    New approach in TB treatment Sep 8, 2005
    ...already has applications in treating such autoimmune neuromuscular disorders as Multiple Sclerosis and autoimmune diabetic neuropathy and immunological ...
    - in-PharmaTechnologist

    Mayo Clinic Research Shows Promise For Myeloma Patients Using A ... Sep 2, 2005
    ...responses, side effects were manageable, and common ones associated with thalidomide treatment, such as constipation, blood clots and neuropathy, were uncommon ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Landmark Study Shows Takeda's Actos(R) (Pioglitazone) Reduces ... Sep 12, 2005
    ...shown that by intensively controlling hyperglycaemia, the incidence of microvascular complications (such as retinopathy, nephropathy and neuropathy) can be ...
    - PR Newswire UK (press release)

    Sanofi-aventis Announces Strong Growth In 2005 Aug 30, 2005
    Xaliproden in severe peripheral sensory neuropathy (PSN) induced by chemotherapy (oxaliplatin): The Xenox Phase III study of 649 metastatic colorectal cancer ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)

    Health strategy in Tenn.: Stick it to poor people Sep 6, 2005
    ..."I have severe coronary artery disease, including a 70 percent blockage of my aorta, lung disease, thyroid disease, diabetes, painful neuropathy from the ...
    - Charlotte Observer

    Novo Nordisk and Sangamo BioSciences Announce Agreement Sep 7, 2005
    TM) development programs are currently in Phase I clinical trials for evaluation of safety in patients with peripheral artery disease and diabetic neuropathy. ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)




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