Does anyone know what pulmonary infiltrates with eosinophilia is?

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My 2 month old baby died 3 months ago. I got the autopsy report back and this is what they said she died of. She had a history of RSV, and they said that this could have caused it. I don't think that the doctor's did everything that they should have. She stopped breathing once when she had it, but we brought her back. She spent 6 days in the hospital and they sent her home. Well, it seemed like she stayed after that. I kept taking her to the doctor, and all they would say is that she just had a cold. They never would check anything on her. Any help you can give me would be great. Thanks
Mary,
I am so, so, so sorry for your loss. I am not a doctor, just a Mom like you. My little girl has an interstitial lung disease of unknown origin (possibly post viral although no virus was identified) and suffered respiratory failure as a 2 week old baby. Thankfully, we have wonderful physicians who managed to save her when even they thought it was not likely. She is not perfect and is on oxygen at almost 10 months old, but she is still alive. There is absolutely no excuse for them not checking your daughter when you took her to them for help, and you definitely should see a lawyer. As far as what your baby may have had, is it possible for you to sit down and talk to a professional about what the results mean? If you can find one willing to talk to you, a pediatric pulmonologist would be an excellent resource and may help you find some answers. Also, I came across this article on eosinophilic pneumonia (the first link below) months ago. For some reason, it really caught my attention when I first saw it, and when I saw your question, I thought of it immediately. As I said, I'm not a doctor, so I may be way off, but to me, some of it seems to fit. The second link below is a link to the description of interstitial lung disease in children. Did any of those symptoms sound like your daughter after the RSV when she had the "cold?" Our kids are all too often dismissed as "just a cold" or "just asthma." My own daughter was "failure to thrive" until thankfully we found the right doctors. Again, I am so sorry.  (+ info)

Is there another treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) besides Doxazosin and Flomax?

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I suffer with an enlarged prostate and the two medicines that I take now (Flomax and Doxazosin) causes my tongue to swell. Is there another medication I can take that doesn't cause my tongue to swell. Help me please!
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what is the exact mechanism of tropical pulmonary eosinophilia?

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what is the mechanism and causes of TPE illustrating with diagrams?
Some individuals with fertilized adult female worms produce allergic reactions directed against microfilaria, thereby clearing the released mf, but producing the clinical syndrome of Tropical Pulmonary Eosinophilia (TPE) without microfilariaemia (occult filariasis).

This is usually detected in areas endemic for bancroftian filariasis. Males are more commonly affected.

The commonest presentation is paroxysmal nocturnal cough with hyper eosinophilia, raised ESR, radiological findings of diffuse milary lesions or increased broncho-vascular markings with very high titres of antifilaial antibodies particularly against mf.

There in an impaired lung function in most cases. If untreated, TPE may progress to a condition of chronic pulmonary fibrosis.

So, basically, it's caused by an allergic reaction to microfilaria in the lungs.  (+ info)

Is SAW PALMETTO effective for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (bph) or enlarged prostate?

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I have this illness and is planning to take saw palmetto but I'm not sure if it is effective.
There is quite a lot of data in respected literature regarding the efficacy of Saw Palmetto Berry (Serenoa repens) in the treatment of BPH. I would recommend you take a jaunt on pubmed and see for yourself.

The key influence of Serenoa is the inhibition of an enzyme that converts regular testosterone into an extremely powerful form that generally is not supposed to last very long in your system. This powerful form of testosterone is responsible for enlarging the prostate and probably has a hand in prostate cancer. It also is the culprit in a lot of male pattern hair loss. Why is that strong hormone sticking around longer than it should? We think it's because of the Western diet -high in red meat and junk. Our livers are responsible for neutralizing that strong hormone and when they are taxed with all the junk and extra hormones of our modern diets they cant keep up. In Western cultures -esp US, we expect about 50% of men over the age of 40 to have this condition.

When you do the research you'll see the tremendous science -but, you will also notice recent snipey reports trying to debunk it. This is from the pharmaceutical industry which is trying to push flowmax, proscar, cadura, avodart, etc......
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Has anyone ever been diagnosed with endometrial hyperplasia, and been able to have children?

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My husband and I have been trying to have a baby for years. When I finally went to the doctor about my unusual cycles, I was diagnosed by a specialist as having endometrial hyperplasia. She didn't really explain to me what it was, other than it could be cancer. The only treatment she gave me was birth control to regulate my periods, but I stopped taking it, for obvious reasons.

Anyone ever been through this?
What are our chances of ever having children?
I had endometrial hyperplasia (although my GYN used the term uterine hyperplasia.) I'm sorry, but you need to control the thickness of the endometrium by controlling your periods.
My GYN told me hyperplasia put me at risk for cancer. In addition, mine went untreated (because my symptoms were misinterpreted by GP doctor) so I got to the point where big bloody globs fell into my underwear without warning. Trust me, you cannot live your life that way.
The preferred way to control this is with birth control pills. However, I resisted "the pill". So I started by taking progesterone pills for about 10 days every month or two. This did cause the endometrium to bleed out regularly and adequately controlled the hyperplasia. However, I had side effects from the medicine. It gave me uncontrollable appetite and I gained weight. So I went on the pill. I'm glad I did. I haven't noticed any side effects.
You could consider the progesterone treatment. But I'm pretty sure your doctor won't prescribe it unless he/she is sure you are not pregnant and won't become pregnant. But if you are really dedicated to this, you might work out a schedule with him/her. If you abstain from intercourse for about 2 weeks and pass a pregnancy test (negative result) then is might be OK to force the period with progesterone.
I'm not saying that avoiding "the pill" means you can achieve pregnancy. I think we get hyperplasia because our hormones are not cycling normally. That might mean you don't ovulate anyway.

For any woman with irregular cycles who wants to achieve pregnancy, I strongly recommend Natural Family Planning (NFP) classes. Practicing NFP will show you the pattern of your hormones and when/if you ovulate. Google "natural family planning" and "classes to find one near you.  (+ info)

what is the prognosis of benign prostatic hyperplasia?

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for how long would the person live after the surgical procedure and is there a chance for the disease to reoccur again? pls help me..
The prostate does increase in size as a man gets older. Sorgery is unlikely to affect the length of his life.
The benefits of surgery are long lasting, but because only part of the prostate is removed, some men may eventually need another operation.
Surgery usually offers relief from BPH for at least 15 years. Surgery for BPH leaves behind a good part of the gland, so it is still possible for prostate problems, including BPH, to develop again. However, only 10 percent of the men who have surgery for BPH eventually need a second operation for enlargement. Usually these men had the first surgery at an early age.  (+ info)

Can teeth be straightened without correcting a mandibular hyperplasia?

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My husband was diagnosed with a mandibular hyperplasia (underbite, or protruding jaw). He has crowding in his teeth, and wants to get braces. The orthodontist we saw said he needs to have surgery to correct the jaw before he can get braces to straighten his teeth. He is not too interested in having his jaw broken and wired shut for 6 weeks. Can teeth be straightened without having this surgery?
-I also read here on his diagnosis letter that he presents a cross-bite and prognathism.

-Also, we were told that he CANNOT have braces without the surgery. Something about pulling teeth away from the bone, and he will be at a greater risk for losing his teeth in the future??? Totally confused!
That sounds horrible. he could be eating his dinner through a straw. I don't think I like that.  (+ info)

What does "linear neuroendocrine hyperplasia of the stomach" mean?

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You need to ask the Dr for certain.

From the very limited info you have given it could mean they found either a line of fibrosis in the stomach or an area that is potentially a neuroendocrine or carcinoid tumor.  (+ info)

What is the Treatment for complex endometrial Hyperplasia?

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In most cases, endometrial hyperplasia can be treated with medication that is a form of the hormone progesterone.

You and your doctor will find a form of progesterone and a dose that is right for you.

If the problem persists, more treatment (such as other medication or surgery) may be used.

Good luck :)  (+ info)

is there any relation between lymphoid hyperplasia and lymphoma?

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I did my colonoscopy and the result came with lymphoid hyperplasia...one of my friend told me that it can be lymphoma....now i'm very confussed!!...i wanna know is there any relation between lymphoma and lymphoid hyperplsia?
Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system. The two major kinds are Hodgkin's Disease and Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Lymphoid hyperplasia appears to be a benign enlargement of lymphatic tissue. Your lymphatic system consists of lymph nodes and lymphatic tissue scattered about the body, especially around organs.

More information is available here on lymphoid hyperplasia:

http://www.med-ed.virginia.edu/courses/path/innes/wcd/reactive.cfm  (+ info)

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