Do Pediatric Electrophysiologists Have It Harder?
SAN FRANCISCO — Unlike their peers who treat adults, pediatric electrophysiologists face unique challenges of ethics and communication when working with children and their families. Clinical decision-making can be hampered by a scientific literature that is currently modest at best and evolving, and by potential disagreement between parent and adolescent about putting in an implantable […]
Does Leprosy Turn Your Skin White Like Vitiligo?
Unlike vitiligo, leprosy does not turn your skin white. However, this highly contagious disease can cause discolored lumps or sores that disfigure the skin. The first sign of leprosy is often the development of a pale or pink-colored patch on the skin. The patch may be insensitive to temperature or pain. Skin patch, which is considered one […]