Jill Mayer, MLIS

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What causes a low TSH level with a normal free T4 level?

Author:: Jill Mayer, MLIS

Publish date: June 1, 2006

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Subclinical hyperthyroidism (SCH) is defined as a low thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level with normal free T4 and free T...

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Is the long-term use of proton pump inhibitors safe?

Author:: Jill Mayer, MLIS

Publish date: September 1, 2004

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) appears safe, resulting in no clinically relevant adverse effects (strength o...

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What medication best prevents migraine in children?

Author:: Jill Mayer, MLIS

Publish date: October 1, 2003

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Propranolol, valproic acid, and amitriptyline are effective prophylaxis for migraine in children to varying degrees, are wid...