Treating Acne With Antibiotics- A Risk For Sore Throat

Researchers found that young patients taking antibiotics for acne are more prone to sore throats than those who don’t.

Two recent studies linked these patient to frequent sore throats,they were compared to those who do not take the medication.

In one study 266 students answered questions as to whether:
1-They had had a sore throat during the previous month.
2-They had acne and were using antibiotics regularly for it.

Ten or 2/3 of the 15 students who had acne and were taking antibiotics for it also reported having had sore throat recently.

Of the students with acne who were not taking antibiotics only just over 1/3 had a sore throat.

Experts are advising people with acne to look at the risks and the benefits of taking antibiotics.

Read more about this and the second study.

 

ADHD In Young Children Better With Parental Training

Young children with attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) do better with parental training, according to a recent report.

Children younger than 6 years do not benefit from prescribed medication to control hyperactive behaviour .

The report from the US Department of Health & Human Services found parents behaviour training is effective with no risk of complications for pre-school children.

The report recommends pediatricians consider advocating formal training in parent strategies.

Medication appears to be effective with older children.