A Patient With ALS and Atypical Clinical FeaturesA Patient With ALS and Atypical Clinical Features
The presentation of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis can be variable, and proper diagnosis is essential for prognosis and management. In this case, symptoms were atypical, and diagnosis came too late. Journal of Medical Case Reports (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
What Are the Major Diseases Involving Copper Metabolism?
Discussion
Nutritional problems can occur in all parts of the world and in all socioeconomic strata. Caloric and/or protein inadequacy unfortunately plagues too many people because of inadequate supplies or availability. Supplemental food programs around the world attempt to provide appropriate nutrition, but can be stymied because of war, political instability, economic instability and many other social factors.
The most common specific nutrient deficiencies are iron and Vitamin D deficiencies. Minerals important for essential nutrition include copper, iodine, selenium and zinc. A typical mixed diet usually provides enough minerals. In the United States, mineral deficiencies are usually uncommon unless there is an underlying disease process or abnormal food restrictions or diet. Vegan an...div id=medwormpbiMedWorm Message:/i/b Register forba href=http://www.medmatcha.com target =_selfMedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network/a/b, and receive $5 free advertising./p/div
