Biomedical subjects

I B Mediås

Publications and source records attributed to I B Mediås.

4 recordsLinked to original sources

PubMed1993

[Dyspepsia and life style].

Information on eating habits, life situation and perceived stress was collected from 100 patients who consulted general practitioner because of dyspeptic complaints. This information was compared with information from a control group with no dyspeptic symptoms. The patients reported a higher degree of stress in connection with occupation and family, and more economic worries, than the control group. Patients with ulcus also tended to have a higher consumption of tobacco. There were no significant differences in eating habits or alcohol consumption between the groups.

Adult↗

PubMed1992

[Bronchitis in young children].

The diagnosis of "bronchitis" was made in 42 children below the age of five who attended our medical centre during 18 months in 1986-87. Eight children were not treated with drugs, 26 received antibiotics, and ten received anti-asthmatic medication. Regardless of the treatment, the illness was usually of short duration and without complications. A follow-up study of 27 of the youngest children showed a higher than normal prevalence of asthma bronchiale. It is concluded that the diagnosis of "bronchitis" is ill-defined in this age group, and may be related to asthma bronchiale. The value of antibiotics is uncertain.

Age Factors↗

PubMed1991

[Accidents in nursing homes].

169 "injury situations" involving 61 patients were registered in a nursing home during one year. Four patients were sent to hospital. A few patients had several falls. Men were more prone to injury than women. Age itself seemed to be of no importance. Patients on shortterm admittance were at high risk. In general patients with dementia were not at higher risk but suffered the more serious injuries and were also involved in various episodes of patient violence. The risk of injuries is generally high in nursing homes. A certain risk must be accepted, but it is important to introduce prophylactic measures. A larger nursing staff might have prevented some of the situations.

Accidental Falls↗

PubMed1991

[Dyspepsia in general practice].

110 patients who presented dyspeptic complaints to their general practitioner were interviewed using a questionnaire. Most patients had a long history of dyspeptic symptoms. 36 had been treated before for a peptic ulcer. Only 12 patients had a history of dyspepsia lasting less than three months. It is difficult to distinguish between organic and non-organic dyspepsia from the symptoms, and long-standing symptoms at any rate should be investigated further. The effect of medical treatment varies. Many patients have to live with their discomfort.

Adult↗