It's long been known that apoE increases the risk of Alzheimer's disease, but no one knew how. Now, studying an animal model of the disease, Washington University investigators have found that a form of apoE interacts with another chemical called amyloid-beta to create the plaques that interrupt communication between cells in the brains of Alzheimer's patients. The researchers hope that by interfering with the interaction between apoE and amyloid-beta, it may be possible to delay or prevent the disease. Some patients have surgery to eliminate reflux, but in those who are not candidates for the operation, low doses of antidepressants can eliminate much of the pain. The research from Washington University suggests that for most patients, antidepressants will remain the most effective treatment over the long term.
Some patients take the pills every day.
Others use them only when they develop symptoms. The bottom line of the study is that antidepressants seem to be more effective than traditional antacids or other medications used to treat reflux disease. Week of March 29 Infant colic is one of the most common, and distressing, problems for babies. Excessive crying and fussing makes both baby and parents unhappy. Good news may be on the horizon.