Bardet-Biedl syndrome

Bardet-Biedl syndromeClassification & external resources ICD-10 Q87.8 ICD-9 759.89 OMIM 209900 DiseasesDB 7286 MeSH D020788 Laurence-Moon-Biedl syndrome and Laurence-Moon-Biedl-Bardet redirect here. See below for an explanation. The Bardet-Biedl syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized mainly by obesity, pigmentary retinopathy, polydactyly, mental retardation, hypogonadism, and renal failure in some cases.[1] Eponym and classification The syndrome is name...

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Brain pacemaker helps Parkinson's, but with risks (AP)
Jan 06, 2009 3:50:37 PM | Yahoo

AP - Parkinson's sufferers who had electrodes implanted in their brains improved substantially more than those who took only medicine, according to the biggest test yet of deep brain stimulation. The study, which followed patients for six months, offers the most hopeful news to date for Parkinson's sufferers. The new technique reduced tremors, rigidity and flailing of the limbs and allowed people to move freely for nearly five extra hours a day.

Study backs deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's (Reuters)
Jan 06, 2009 3:28:51 PM | Yahoo
Reuters - Deep brain stimulation dramatically improves Parkinson's disease symptoms such as trembling and slowness of movement, offering hope to many with the incurable ailment, researchers said on Tuesday.

Teens Divulge Risky Behavior on Social Networking Sites (HealthDay)
Jan 06, 2009 3:03:46 PM | Yahoo
HealthDay - MONDAY, Jan. 5 (HealthDay News) -- More than half of teens who use the social networking site MySpace have posted information about sexual behavior, substance abuse or violence, new research shows.

Health Tip: Feel Better by Looking Good (HealthDay)
Jan 06, 2009 3:03:44 PM | Yahoo
HealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- If you have a long-term illness, improving your appearance can help you feel better, the American Cancer Society says.