• In Greece (population 11 million), leptospirosis cases in humans occur every year, usually from June to November (summer and autumn), with a peak in August. (cdc.gov)
  • Because both diseases are endemic to Greece and have similar clinical, epidemiologic, and seasonal characteristics ( 7 ), all samples sent to our laboratory for testing either for leptospirosis or for hantavirus infection are always tested for both ( 8 ). (cdc.gov)
  • In 6 of 10 fatal cases, leptospirosis was diagnosed only by PCR because antibodies were not detectable. (cdc.gov)
  • Leptospirosis is not spread from person to person, except in very rare cases. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Weil disease, a severe form of leptospirosis, is rare in the continental United States. (medlineplus.gov)
  • All patients had a diagnosis of severe leptospirosis (Weil's disease). (usp.br)
  • Leptospirosis is an infectious disease of humans and animals that is caused by pathogenic spirochetes of the genus Leptospira . (medscape.com)
  • Antibiotic therapy in the treatment of mild leptospirosis is typically unnecessary, since it is often self-limited, and most cases resolve without medical attention. (medscape.com)
  • He's only half-joking: Weil's disease is a severe form of leptospirosis that causes headaches, chills and muscle aches, which you might contract if you came into contact with the urine, blood, or tissue of rodents that are infected with the bacteria. (yahoo.com)
  • Leptospirosis may be difficult to diagnose because its initial symptoms are similar to many other diseases, and some cases have few to no symptoms, but early diagnosis is crucial, as successful treatment should be started within the first 4 days of illness. (logicalimages.com)
  • Two of the total of four confirmed cases of leptospirosis in England in the first three months of this year were in the South West, with one in London and one in the East of the country. (devonlive.com)
  • Leptospirosis is also known as Weil's disease, and the NHS says it is rare in the UK. (devonlive.com)
  • More than a week after massive flooding from a southwest monsoon plagued Olongapo City, the number of cases of the bacterial disease, leptospirosis has gone up sharply to near 300 cases, according to a GMA News report today . (theglobaldispatch.com)
  • According to the report, at least 296 people have been diagnosed with leptospirosis, with eight deaths related to the disease. (theglobaldispatch.com)
  • Leptospirosis is a bacterial zoonotic disease caused by the corkscrew shaped organism, Leptospira. (theglobaldispatch.com)
  • In about 10% of Leptospirosis cases a progressively serious form evolves, called Weil's disease. (wildlifepest.org)
  • Weil's disease or Leptospirosis, carried by rodents, have been associated with flooding. (manchesterpestcontrol.co.uk)
  • Those who may be exposed to leptospirosis should take relevant precautions listed on the 'Leptospirosis (Weil's disease)' cards, which should be kept with you at all times. (manchesterpestcontrol.co.uk)
  • Leptospirosis is a bacteria spread by rodents and causes Weil's disease in humans. (haleveterinaryhospital.co.uk)
  • Leptospirosis, also called Weil's disease, is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by pathogenic strains of the bacterium Leptospira. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Although most leptospirosis is mild, severe types of the disease can cause acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), acute hepatic failure, acute kidney injury (AKI), and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) [ 2 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The case-fatality rate of severe leptospirosis can rise to 52% even with ICU support [ 3 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • It is estimated that annually there are 1.03 million cases and 58,900 deaths attributed to leptospirosis worldwide, with resource-poor countries having the highest morbidity and mortality, particularly in regions where the burden of leptospirosis has been underappreciated [ 4 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • In this report, we are able to identify an uncommon case of cerebral infarction caused by leptospirosis. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Leptospirosis is an infectious disease primarily transmitted through contact with water, soil, or food contaminated with infected animal urine. (santripty.com)
  • Each year there are more and more cases of Leptospirosis in the UK, most recently being found in those areas affected by flooding and bad weather over the winter months. (firstvets.co.uk)
  • Four cases of severe pulmonary form of leptospirosis (SPFL) are described. (rsbmt.org.br)
  • Although described in other regions of the world, such as Asia 5 19 , the severe pulmonary form of leptospirosis (SPFL) was not recognized in Brazil, particularly in Rio de Janeiro State, until the eighties, when the first cases began to appear 20 21 . (rsbmt.org.br)
  • Severe cases of leptospirosis can affect any organ system and can lead to multiorgan failure. (medscape.com)
  • Leptospirosis has a regional epidemiology with high incidence of cases in remote regions that offer limited medical care. (medscape.com)
  • Occupational exposure probably accounts for 30-50% of human cases of leptospirosis. (medscape.com)
  • Although leptospirosis continues to be predominantly an occupational disease, in recent decades it has also increasingly been recognized as a disease of recreation. (medscape.com)
  • Leptospirosis involves nervous system in around 10-15% of the cases, the commonest presentation being aseptic meningitis. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease with a worldwide prevalance and protean clinical manifestations. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Human leptospirosis is an acute febrile illness that presents with many manifestations (while in a few cases may remain undetected or un-manifested). (rtdiagnostics.net)
  • Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease caused by a rare bacterial infection. (rtdiagnostics.net)
  • Leptospirosis (synonyms: Vasiliev-Weil's disease, infectious jaundice, nanakaya, Japanese 7-day fever, water fever, rest-meadow fever, fever of the meadow-fever, etc.) is an acute infectious disease caused by various types of women who have aphidpidor. (bacterial-infections-treatment.com)
  • Introduction: Leptospirosis is an emerging infectious disease associated with multiorgan involvement and significant morbidity and mortality. (transfusionevidencelibrary.com)
  • Methods: The first search was conducted in PubMed, OVID, Google Scholar, and Cochrane clinical trial registry using keywords "leptospirosis" OR "Leptospira" OR "Weil's disease" AND "plasmapheresis" OR "plasma exchange" AND "pulmonary hemorrhage" OR "alveolar hemorrhage" OR "lung hemorrhage" and the second search was done using keyword "leptospirosis" OR "Leptospira" OR "Weil's disease" AND "ECMO" OR "Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. (transfusionevidencelibrary.com)
  • Two case reports described the benefit of plasmapheresis in severe leptospirosis with pulmonary hemorrhages. (transfusionevidencelibrary.com)
  • Leptospirosis, a zoonosis occurring in many domestic and wild animals, may cause inapparent illness or serious, even fatal disease in humans. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Leptospirosis can be an occupational disease (eg, of farmers or sewer and abattoir workers), but in the US, most patients are exposed incidentally during recreational activities (eg, swimming in contaminated fresh water). (msdmanuals.com)
  • Cases of leptospirosis in the US must be reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (msdmanuals.com)
  • Weil syndrome (icteric leptospirosis) is a severe form with jaundice and usually azotemia, anemia, diminished consciousness, and continued fever. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Weil's disease is carried by animals, and can be water-borne. (lowimpact.org)
  • Rodents can carry a number of diseases such as Brucellosis, Foot and Mouth disease, Salmonella, Weil's Disease, and Murine Typhus. (brezdenpest.com)
  • A recent report revealed that there were 41 cases of Weil's disease reported in England in 2005. (manchesterpestcontrol.co.uk)
  • Currently around 15% of Weil's disease victims die. (manchesterpestcontrol.co.uk)
  • Dr. Weil's paternal grandfather died of a heart attack at 50, and his paternal grandmother also had coronary artery disease and angina. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • This clinical picture has been referred to as Weil's disease 6 . (rsbmt.org.br)
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (cdc.gov)
  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released data that covered the period from April to December of 2021, including both the delta surge and the first emergence of omicron, and noted that the rates of cases and deaths were consistently higher in all periods among those who were not vaccinated. (drweil.com)
  • Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Rob Weyant. (medscape.com)
  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cannot attest to the accuracy of a non-federal website. (cdc.gov)
  • Clinical presentation varies from a flu-like syndrome to Weil disease, which includes jaundice, renal failure, and hemorrhagic complications. (cdc.gov)
  • In our case-series, jaundice appeared to be a common sign, in contrast to recent studies in other countries in which the icteric form of the disease was observed in only 10% of cases ( 10 ). (cdc.gov)
  • In acute cases left untreated, jaundice becomes intense and urine passage difficult, with solid bodies forming in the kidneys. (manchesterpestcontrol.co.uk)
  • It can put pressure on your multiple organs and one may also suffer from jaundice in severe cases. (santripty.com)
  • Diseases transmitted by rodents can be categorized as one of two classifications: diseases transmitted from introduction to rodent excrement and bites, and diseases transmitted to individuals by an intermediate arthropod vector, for example, bugs, ticks, or mites. (wildlifepest.org)
  • The movies make these creatures into loveable chefs, though that is probably a case of an overzealous public relations effort on the part of the rodents. (brezdenpest.com)
  • Rodents are responsible for spreading many zoonotic diseases - i.e. (manchesterpestcontrol.co.uk)
  • Half of the patients who died had the icteric form of the disease, 4 had the typical signs and symptoms of Weil disease, and 1 had central nervous system involvement. (cdc.gov)
  • Respiratory symptoms were recognized during the first phase of the disease, as other studies have reported ( 10 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Moisturisers, emollients, topical steroids and in some cases, antibiotics, may be suggested by your doctor or chemist to help clear symptoms. (bigwipes.com)
  • Feline herpesvirus can cause flu symptoms such as sneezing, nasal discharge and in severe cases ulceration of the eyes. (haleveterinaryhospital.co.uk)
  • This zoonotic disease can affect humans and animals, with a wide range of symptoms and potential complications. (santripty.com)
  • A viral infection that has symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, respiratory and neurological disease. (firstvets.co.uk)
  • In some cases, lifestyle changes or home remedies may help relieve your symptoms. (healthline.com)
  • Lymphatic filariasis is a tropical disease that affects about 70 million people worldwide. (bmj.com)
  • Mass administration is estimated to have cured or prevented up to 96 million new cases of lymphatic filariasis and averted more than $100bn of lifetime economic loss. (bmj.com)
  • Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has received a two-year, $8 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to evaluate an investigational treatment regimen for lymphatic filariasis, a neglected tropical disease. (wustl.edu)
  • Weil has studied lymphatic filariasis - which is caused by parasitic worms and spread by mosquitoes - for decades. (wustl.edu)
  • Weil also has been instrumental in evaluating drug treatments to end transmission of lymphatic filariasis. (wustl.edu)
  • Efforts to eliminate lymphatic filariasis have focused on massive treatment programs that involve administering medications to people living in areas where the disease is endemic, as a means of curing current infections and preventing new ones. (wustl.edu)
  • People in regions with lymphatic filariasis typically require treatment annually for five to seven years to reduce infection rates to levels that no longer support transmission of the disease by mosquitoes. (wustl.edu)
  • If our studies confirm the safety and effectiveness of the triple-drug regimen, the treatment could be a game changer in accelerating the global program to eliminate lymphatic filariasis in the developing world," Weil added. (wustl.edu)
  • While we have made great strides in many countries, lymphatic filariasis remains pervasive in many impoverished countries in Africa and Asia, where it causes incredible suffering and disability," Weil said. (wustl.edu)
  • A one-time treatment strategy has the potential to have a transformative impact on our efforts to eliminate the disease and could go a long way toward reaching our goal of eliminating lymphatic filariasis by 2020. (wustl.edu)
  • Tickborne rickettsial diseases continue to cause severe illness and death in otherwise healthy adults and children, despite the availability of low-cost, effective antibacterial therapy. (cdc.gov)
  • This report updates the 2006 CDC recommendations on the diagnosis and management of tickborne rickettsial diseases in the United States and includes information on the practical aspects of epidemiology, clinical assessment, treatment, laboratory diagnosis, and prevention of tickborne rickettsial diseases. (cdc.gov)
  • Ticks (Acari: Ixodidae and Argasidae) transmit multiple and diverse pathogens (including bacteria, protozoa, and viruses), which cause a wide range of human and animal diseases, including rickettsial diseases, caused by bacteria in the order Rickettsiales. (cdc.gov)
  • Awareness, diagnosis, and control of tickborne rickettsial diseases are most effectively addressed by considering the intersecting components of human, animal, and environmental health that collectively form the foundation of One Health ( 1 ), an approach that integrates expertise from multiple disciplines and facilitates understanding of these complex zoonoses. (cdc.gov)
  • Tickborne rickettsial diseases in humans often share similar clinical features yet are epidemiologically and etiologically distinct. (cdc.gov)
  • The reported incidence of tickborne rickettsial diseases in the United States has increased during the past decade ( 3 - 5 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Rats are home to a wide scope of disease-causing life forms, including numerous types of bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and helminths (worms). (wildlifepest.org)
  • They can carry and transmit a variety of bacteria, viruses and diseases that are transmitted through saliva, feces and urine. (brezdenpest.com)
  • Since processed and manufactured foods can lead to chronic inflammation, a contributor to heart disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer and other health conditions, Dr. Weil recommends following an anti-inflammatory diet consisting of lots of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, plant-based proteins, fatty fish and fresh herbs and spices. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • An anti-inflammatory diet, based on the Mediterranean diet, can help us all age gracefully and delay the onset of age-related disease and discomfort," Dr. Weil says. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • According to Dr Weil " Following an anti-inflammatory diet can help counteract the chronic inflammation that is a root cause of many serious diseases, including those that become more frequent as people age . (iandexterpalmer.com)
  • Cases of extreme mental and physical illness have to be treated by specialists, but my suggestions may be relevant even to such severe cases. (beyondwilber.ca)
  • In most cases, the renal damage is reversible if the patient survives the acute illness. (medscape.com)
  • We report a case of 28 year old female from North India who presented with pancerebellar ataxia following a febrile illness. (biomedcentral.com)
  • MF) that in many endemic areas are char- third of them suffering from chronic mani- acterized by nocturnal periodicity and thus festation of the disease. (who.int)
  • Cancer cases were collected from four large hospitals in the Szczecin area (University Clinic Hospitals, Regional Oncology Hospital and Hospital for Lung Diseases) between 1999 and 2004. (biomedcentral.com)
  • For 72 case-patients, paired samples were available. (cdc.gov)
  • In 2 large case studies, it occurred in 20%-99% of infected patients. (logicalimages.com)
  • The disease can be categorized into anicteric and icteric forms, and the icteric form is the more severe form, which accounts for 5-10% of patients [ 7 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • In severe cases, patients may experience cough and breathing difficulties. (santripty.com)
  • A few cases in the literature have reported that plasma exchange, corticosteroids, and intravenous immunoglobulin may be beneficial in selected patients in whom conventional therapy does not elicit a response. (medscape.com)
  • Patients with severe disease should remain hospitalized until adequate resolution of organ failure and clinical infection. (medscape.com)
  • In mild cases, patients should be encouraged to maintain adequate fluid intake to avoid volume depletion. (medscape.com)
  • Patients with severe disease should be placed on bed rest until adequately resuscitated and treated. (medscape.com)
  • Transfer to a facility with an appropriate level of care should be considered in patients with severe disease. (medscape.com)
  • Patients with severe cases also require supportive therapy and careful management of renal, hepatic, hematologic, and central nervous system complications. (medscape.com)
  • Comparison of comorbidities demonstrated that COVID-19-positive patients had higher rates of diabetes, heart failure, and pulmonary disease. (bvsalud.org)
  • Dr. Hinchey puts almost all of her Lyme disease patients on modified citrus pectin powder because it supports all 5 of her Lyme treatment goals. (lymecore.com)
  • Transcript from Dr. Hinchey's Video on modified citrus pectin's supporting role as a dietary supplement in her natural treatment of Lyme disease patients. (lymecore.com)
  • Patients were consecutive, newly diagnosed cancer cases, unselected for age, sex or family history. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Surgical outcomes in patients with Cushing's disease. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
  • Pulse-dose steroids may also play a role in the management of severe pulmonary disease. (medscape.com)
  • In all four of these blood culture proven cases, there was severe pulmonary injury characterized by alveolar hemorrhage and acute respiratory failure. (rsbmt.org.br)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis: This is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation that damages the structures around joints. (weil4feet.com)
  • Psoriatic Arthritis: This is another autoimmune disease that causes pain and swelling within joints. (weil4feet.com)
  • In extreme cases, sewage can also contain rat urine, which could lead to Weil Disease - which can result in liver and kidney damage if not treated and can be fatal. (slwofa.com)
  • NOBLES JP, DE GENNES C, BOUSQUET O. Skin diseases related to hepatitis B vaccine. (revahb.fr)
  • Over the 15-year span of the study 4,083 people had heart attacks, 4,139 had strokes and 3,219 deaths were attributed to cardiovascular disease . (drweil.com)
  • In the UK there are around 50-60 cases a year, and 2 or 3 deaths (almost exactly the same as for lightning strikes in the UK). (lowimpact.org)
  • In 2012, an estimated 1.0 million TB cases were diagnosed (range 0.9-1.1 million) and there were 44,000 deaths from the disease (range, 43,000-45,000) [ 17 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The third sustainable development goal calls for elimination of neglected tropical diseases, including filariasis, by 2020. (bmj.com)
  • People in the global filariasis community are very excited about the potential of IDA treatment, and we will do our best to complete the studies carefully and quickly," Weil said. (wustl.edu)
  • Bancroftian filariasis is caused primarily ephantiasis, is a major disease of tropical by adult worms (known as macrofilariae) and subtropical regions worldwide. (who.int)
  • In many cases, mild to moderate headaches and nausea resolve on their own with time. (healthline.com)
  • Most cases present clinically as mild and self-limited disease. (rsbmt.org.br)
  • Those with mild disease can pursue activity as tolerated. (medscape.com)
  • However, a complicated case can be fatal if it is not treated promptly. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Some of the diseases mentioned below are treatable but some can be fatal which is why it is wise to vaccinate against them to help protect your dog. (firstvets.co.uk)
  • A viral infection that causes painful and severe diarrhoea and vomiting leading to dehydration, with over 25% of cases proving fatal. (firstvets.co.uk)
  • They additionally go about as vectors or reservoirs for some diseases by means of their ectoparasites, for example, fleas, ticks, lice and mites. (wildlifepest.org)
  • Renal function should be evaluated carefully and dialysis considered in cases of renal failure. (medscape.com)
  • In more severe cases, diets appropriate for the clinical picture should be ordered (eg, electrolyte and protein restriction in cases of renal insufficiency). (medscape.com)
  • This zoonotic disease is caused by a spirochete Leptospirainterrogans. (rtdiagnostics.net)
  • Found worldwide, it was long considered an occupational disease (miners, farming, vets, and sugarcane harvesting and sewer workers), it is increasingly associated with recreational water sports and camping. (theglobaldispatch.com)
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  • India alone harbours 40% of the world's burden of disease. (bmj.com)
  • Infectious diseases continue to burden populations in Malaysia, especially among rural communities where resources are limited and access to health care is difficult. (uga.edu)
  • China has the second largest national burden of TB cases. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Estimating influenza disease burden from population-based surveillance data in the United States. (cdc.gov)
  • Clinical signs vary, but in severe cases the liver and kidneys can be badly affected causing organ damage, which can be life-threatening. (haleveterinaryhospital.co.uk)
  • Low blood sugar can develop for a variety of reasons, including excessive alcohol consumption, medication side effect, severe liver or kidney disease , long-term starvation, and hormonal deficiencies. (healthline.com)
  • In some rare un-neglected cases without treatment can lead to Weil disease, kidney damage (nephritis), meningitis, liver failure, respiratory distress or it can also be a life-threatening condition. (rtdiagnostics.net)
  • Work-related skin disease can vary widely in severity from serious cases of contact dermatitis, to minor skin irritation. (bigwipes.com)
  • The severity of the disease and the severity of organ lesions depends not only on the serotype of the pathogen, but also on the reactivity of the microorganism. (bacterial-infections-treatment.com)
  • The independent risk factors associated with thrombocytopenia during the hospital stay were lengthy disease (OR: 1.2, p = 0.001) and acute kidney injury (OR: 6.6, p = 0.004). (usp.br)
  • Lengthy disease and acute kidney injury are risk factors for thrombocytopenia. (usp.br)
  • According to the latest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) figures (2016) available, there are between 12 000 and 20 000 people suffering from work-related skin diseases. (bigwipes.com)
  • Viral haemorrhagic disease - two strains of this virus exist (VHD 1 and VHD 2) which cause sudden death in rabbits. (haleveterinaryhospital.co.uk)
  • The annual incidence rate of the disease is 3 cases per 1 million population ( 6 ). (cdc.gov)
  • The 100 to 200 reported annual US cases (highest incidence is in Puerto Rico followed by Hawaii) occur mainly in late summer and early fall. (msdmanuals.com)
  • RESULTS: Of 139 incident cases there were 126 cases by the EULAR/ACR criteria, corresponding to an age/sex-adjusted incidence of 4.5 per 100000 population (95% CI: 3.7, 5.2). (cdc.gov)
  • The onset of the disease (usually acute) is associated with a massive influx of leptospires and their toxins into the blood (microscopy reveals dozens of leptospirs in the field of view). (bacterial-infections-treatment.com)
  • 4 Since 2000, the number of cases of filarial induced hydrocele has declined by about 49% to 19.4 million, and the number of cases of filarial induced lymphoedema by 23% to 16.7 million. (bmj.com)
  • Tuberculosis (TB) often causes catastrophic economic effects on both the individual suffering the disease and their households. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Connect with Dr. Weil and read up on the very latest in integrative medicine, longevity, meditation, microbiome news, and more! (drweil.com)
  • As a leader in the field of integrative medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil has mastered the secrets of living a good life. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • To help others embrace healthier lives, Dr. Weil shares his philosophy on his website, drweil.com, which is the leading online resource for healthy living based on the principles of integrative medicine, and through his 15 bestselling health and wellness books. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • While conventional medicine treats chronic conditions with prescription medications, Dr. Weil, who trained at Harvard Medical School in Boston, explains that integrative medicine combines conventional medicine with natural and less invasive treatments, and looks at the whole person while emphasizing nutrition, lifestyle, naturopathic therapies (including herbs, massage and acupuncture), spirituality, and the mind-body connection. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • According to Dr. Weil, good nutrition plays an important role in integrative medicine. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • He received his medical degree from Hacettepe University in Ankara, Turkey, did his internal medicine residency at the University of North Dakota and completed his endocrinology fellowship at the Case Western Reserve University. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
  • METHODS: We identified all incident SLE cases from 2000-2018 in the well-defined Olmsted County population. (cdc.gov)
  • The agency said there were also 23 probable cases of the disease nationwide in the first quarter of this year. (devonlive.com)
  • alleviate and prevent both the suffering and disability caused by the disease [ 7 ]. (who.int)
  • Knowing he couldn't counteract his genetics, Dr. Weil chose to address the cardiac risk factors he could control, such as adopting a pesco-vegetarian diet (eating fish, along with a vegetarian diet), exercising daily, working to reduce stress, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. (bocaratonobserver.com)
  • In every case an attempt is made to contact each patient in order to confirm the facts and to establish how and where the infection occurred. (n-kesteven.gov.uk)
  • Co-infection occurs in up to 8% of cases. (medscape.com)
  • The infection can be treated with antibiotics (penicillin and doxycycline), especially if started early in the disease. (theglobaldispatch.com)
  • The case report highlights the importance of identifying a reversible cause of cerebellar ataixa due to a tropical infection, possibly due to a immune mediated phenomenon, and would be of interest to both internists and neurologists. (biomedcentral.com)