INTRODUCTION Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory demyelinating disease of the central nervous system (CNS). Because of limited efficacy and adverse side effects, identifying novel therapeutic and protective agents is important. The aim of this study is to examine the correlations between expanded disability status scale (EDSS) and cytokines after intervention with co-supplemented hemp se...

OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effectiveness of vitamin E, evening primrose oil (EPO), and the combination of vitamin E and EPO for pain control in women with cyclical mastalgia. PROCEDURE A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial was conducted at two U.S. academic medical centers. Eighty-five women with premenstrual cyclical breast discomfort were enrolled. Participants were randomly a...

OBJECTIVE To review the current management of women with breast pain. OPTIONS The effect of various treatment modes and health practices, including medications, was considered for the management of both cyclical and noncyclical breast pain. OUTCOMES Effective and timely management of the woman with breast pain and improved quality of life. EVIDENCE A literature search was performed to ide...

OBJECTIVE To document the prevalence of, and factors associated with, the use of complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) for vasomotor symptoms (VMS) and other symptoms of menopause in Australian women aged 40-65 years. DESIGN, SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS Cross-sectional questionnaire-based study of Australian women aged 40-65 years living independently in the community. Women able to com...