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From: [e-mail] (Bruce C McKenzie)
Newsgroups: sci.med,sci.answers,news.answers
Subject: List of medical FAQ postings (2/2)
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Summary: Contains a list of subjects and locations of Frequently Asked Questions postings on medical topics. You should read these FAQs before posting to the relevant newsgroup.
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URL: http://www.cybertas.demon.co.uk/medfaq.html
Archive-name: medicine/med-faq-list/part2
Last-modified: 1996/11/30
Version: 3.2
Posting-frequency: discontinued

NOTICE: As no new moderator has volunteered to continue maintaining the
Medical FAQ List, it will no longer be updated. This is also the final
posting to Usenet, mostly because the present poster has been subjected to
unacceptable junk e-mail bombardment. This version will remain available
from http://www.cybertas.demon.co.uk/medfaq.html for a limited period.

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Oncology
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     Topic: Frequently asked questions about cancer
     Author: Oncolink, University of Pennsylvania
     URL: http://www.oncolink.upenn.edu/faq/
     Abstract: A menu linking to FAQs on a wide range of cancer-related
     topics.

     Topic: Cancer online information sources
     Author: Loren Buhle, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med,news.answers
     Archive: medicine/cancer-faq
     Abstract: Impressive list of URLs for cancer-related Internet
     sites.

     Topic: Cancer, powerlines &- (FAQ)
     Author: John Moulder, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med.physics, news.answers
     Archive: powerlines-cancer-FAQ/
     Abstract: Is there a connection between powerlines, electrical
     occupations, and cancer? Discussion of the biophysics of
     interactions with electromagnetic energy, summaries of the
     laboratory and human studies, information on standards.

     Topic: Cancer, static EM fields &- (FAQ)
     Author: John Moulder, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med.physics, news.answers
     Archive: static-fields-cancer-FAQ/
     Abstract: Is there a connection between static electric and
     magnetic fields and cancer? Discussion of the biophysics of
     interactions with static electromagnetic fields, summaries of the
     laboratory and human studies, information on standards.

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Ophthalmology
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     Topic: Vision and eye care
     Author: Grant Sayer, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med; sci.med.vision
     Archive: vision-faq/
     URL: http://ucaussie.berkeley.edu/UCBSO.html
     Abstract: Optics of the eye and general information; spectacles;
     contact lenses; diseases of the eye; binocular vision problems;
     colour vision problems; refractive surgery & refractive
     corrections; ocular emergencies; resources

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Otolaryngology
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     Topic: DEAF-L mini-FAQ
     Author: Omer Zak, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: bit.listserv.deaf-l, news.answers
     Archive: deaf/pointers
     URL: http://www.weizmann.ac.il/deaf-info/faq
     Abstract : Includes pointers to Web sites about deafness.

     Topic: Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (SNORE)
     Author: Doug Linder, [e-mail]
     URL: http://www.access.digex.net/~faust/sldord/
     Abstract :Information on sleep apnoea and other sleep disorders.
     Includes link to the Sleep Apnoea FAQ.

     Topic: Tinnitus
     Author: Lee Leggore
     Newsgroup: alt.support.tinnitus, sci.med, news.answers
     Archive: medicine/tinnitus-faq
     URL: http://www.cccd.edu/faq/tinnitus.html
     Abstract: Definition, diagnosis, causes, prevention, Meniere's
     disease, hyperacusis, treatments, etc.

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Paediatrics
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     Topic: Allergies/asthma
     Author: Eileen kupstas, [e-mail]
     URL: http://www.cs.unc.edu/~kupstas/FAQ.html

     Topic: Amniotic banding and limb loss
     Author: Jen Sullivan, [e-mail]
     URL: E-mail author
     Abstract: Amniotic bands can cause limb deformity or loss
     in-utero.

     Topic: Attention deficit disorder
     Author: Frank Kannemann, [e-mail]
     URL: http://www.seas.upenn.edu/~mengwong/add/add.faq.html
     Abstract: A very frustrating paediatric behavioural problem.

     Topic: Autism FAQ
     Author: John Wobus
     URL: http://web.syr.edu/~jmwobus/autism/autism.faq

     Topic: Blood types and Rhesus incompatibility
     Author: Sue Stigleman, [e-mail]
     URL: E-mail author
     Abstract: The story behind haemolytic disese of the newborn.

     Topic: Breastfeeding past the first year
     Author: [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
     Archive: misc-kids/breastfeeding/toddlers

     Topic: Chicken pox
     Author: Vicki powers, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
     Archive: misc-kids/chickenpox
     URL: http://www.hooked.net:80/users/rld/chknpox

     Topic: Childhood vaccinations
     Author: Lynn Gazis-Sax, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
     Archive: misc-kids/vaccinations
     URL: ftp://ftp.netcom.com/pub/ga/gazissax/
     Abstract: Terms, immunization schedules, specific vacinnations.

     Topic: Colic (infantile)
     Author: Elaine Kiernan, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
     Archive: misc-kids/colic
     URL: ftp://koa.ifa.hawaii.edu

     Topic: Diaper rash
     Author: Wallace Mayo, [e-mail]
     URL: E-mail author
     Abstract: Remarkable similarities to a condition known in the UK
     and Australasia as 'nappy rash'.

     Topic: Down's syndrome
     Author: SM Pueschel/ Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC)
     URL: http://TheArc.org/faqs/down.html
     Abstract: What it is, development, characteristics, causes, health
     concerns, services, etc.

     Topic: Ear infections/tubes (paediatric)
     Author: Laurel Cheap, [e-mail]
     URL: http://weber.u.washington.edu/~lcheap/ear.html
     Abstract: Medical and surgical management of otitis media.

     Topic: Eczema (paediatric)
     Author: Gloria Logan, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
     Archive: misc-kids/eczema

     Topic: Pediatrician, selecting a-
     Author: Lisa Chirlian, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
     Archive: misc-kids/pediatrician-questions
     URL: Send message 'SEND PED FAQ' to [e-mail]

     Topic: Preterm birth
     Author: Stuart Houlahan, [e-mail]
     URL: E-mail author

     Topic: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
     Author: Margaret Gibbs, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
     Archive: misc-kids/sids
     Abstract: Also known as a 'cot death'.

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Pathology
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     Topic: Lab Test Interpretation
     Author: Edward Uthman, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med.pathology; news.answers
     Archive: pathology/lab-test-interpretation
     Abstract: The possible meaning behind deviations in blood
     chemistry and haematology.

     Topic: The biospsy report: a patient's guide
     Author: Edward Uthman, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med.pathology; news.answers
     Archive: pathology/biopsy-report-guide
     Abstract: This is an explanation of the pathologist's report on
     biopsies, aimed at the educated layperson.

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Pharmacology/clinical toxicology
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     Topic: Amalgam-related illness FAQ
     Author: Leif Hedegard, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med
     URL: http://www.algonet.se/~leif/AmFAQigr.html
     Abstract: FAQs on mercury intoxication.

     Topic: Coffee and caffeine
     Author: Alejandro Lopez-Ortiz, [e-mail]
     URL: http://daisy.uwaterloo.ca/~alopez-o/caffaq.html
     Abstract: Includes a section on caffine and health.

     Topic: DrugFAQs
     Author: VirSci Corporation
     URL: http://pharminfo.com/
     Abstract: Frequently asked questions about drugs from
     PharmInfoNet.

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Psychiatry and clinical pyshcology
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     Tpoic: Emotional Support on the Internet
     Author: Steve Harris, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support, news.answers
     Archive: support/emotional/resources-list
     Abstract: Mailing lists, newsgroups, and conferences on online
     services offering emotional support.

     Topic: Alcoholics Anonymous FAQ
     Author: David H, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.recovery.aa, news.answers
     Archive: www.moscow.com/Resources/SelfHelp/AA/
     Abstract: Alcoholics anonymous information.

     Topic: Bipolar affective disorder (Manic depression)
     Author: [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.depression.manic
     URL: http://www.crl.com/~lsm/bipolar.html
     Abstract: BAD, depression, mania, hypomania, cyclothymia, other
     resources, etc.

     Topic: Depression FAQ
     Author: Cynthia Frazier, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.depression, news.answers
     Archive: alt-support-depression/faq/
     URL: http://avocado.pc.helsinki.fi/~janne/asdfaq/
     Abstract: Depression primer (definitions, concepts), causes,
     treatment, medication, ECT, relation to substance abuse and
     alcohol, how to seek help and find a doctor, resources.

     Topic: Depression book list
     Author: Self-Help Information Centre, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.depression; news.answers
     Archive: alt-support-depression/books
     Abstract: List of depression-related books with comments.

     Topic: Dissociation FAQ
     Author: Tina Sikorski, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.dissociation, news.answers
     Archive: dissoc-faq/
     URL: http://www.tezcat.com/~tina/asd.html
     Abstract: Dissociative disorders including multiple-personality
     disorder.

     Topic: Personality types
     URL: http://sunsite.unc.edu/personality/
     Abstract: FAQs on personality typing systems.

     Topic: Psychology Web pointer
     Author: John M. Grohol, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med, news.answers
     Archive: www/resources/psychology
     URL: http://www.coil.com/~grohol/
     Abstract: A pointer to mental health resources on the WWW.

     Topic: Psychology & support groups newsgroup pointer
     Author: John Grohol, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med; news.answers
     Archive: finding-groups/psychology-and-support
     URL: http://www.coil.com/~grohol/
     Abstract: Which newsgroups can you look into for a specific
     problem?

     Topic: Psychology & support mailing-list pointer
     Author: John Grohol, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med; news.answers
     Archive: medicine/support-mail-lists
     URL: http://www.coil.com/~grohol/
     Abstract: Which mailing lists can you subscribe to for a specific
     problem?

     Topic: sci.psychology FAQ
     Author: Rolf Lindgren
     URL: http://www.coil.com/~grohol/psyfaq.htm
     Abstract: Common questions asked on sci.psychology.

     Topic: Suicide - FAQ
     Author: Graham Stoney, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.psychology.misc, news.answers
     Archive: suicide/info
     Abstract: Attempts at suicide, and suicidal thoughts or feelings
     are usually a symptom indicating that a person isn't coping, often
     as a result of some event or series of events that they personally
     find overwhelmingly traumatic or distressing. In many cases, the
     events in question will pass, their impact can be mitigated, or
     their overwhelming nature will gradually fade if the person is
     able to make constructive choices about dealing with the crisis
     when it is at its worst. Since this can be extremely difficult,
     this article is an attempt to raise awareness about suicide, so
     that we may be better able to recognize and help other people in
     crisis, and also to find how to seek help or make better choices
     ourselves.

     Topic: Suicide - Internet & International Crisis Resources and
     Information
     Author: Graham Stoney, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.psychology.misc, news.answers
     Archive: suicide/resources
     Abstract: This posting contains information primarily about crisis
     and suicide prevention resources available on the Internet, and
     other national resources available in various countries.

     Topic: Therapy FAQ
     Author: Melissa Miles, [e-mail].
     URL: http://abulafia.st.hmc.edu/~mmiles/faq.html
     Abstract: 'The why, what, where and how of going to a therapist'

     Topic: Welcome to alt.recovery FAQ
     Author: David H, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.recovery
     Archive: alt-recovery/welcome
     URL: http://www.moscow.com/Resources/SelfHelp/AA/
     Abstract: Substance abuse recovery discussion.

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Radiology
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     Topic: Medical image format FAQ
     Author: David Clunie, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.image.medical, news.answers
     Archive: medical-image-faq/
     URL: http://www.rahul.net/dclunie/medical-image-faq/html/
     Abstract: General information; standard formats; proprietary CT,
     MR, and other formats; compression; and information sources.

     Topic: Medical image volume visualization software FAQ
     Author: Matti Haveri, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med.radiology, news.answers
     Archive: medical-image-faq/volume-visualization
     URL:

http://www.cs.ruu.nl/wais/html/na-dir/medical-image-faq/volume-visualization.html
     Abstract: Software packages, user's notes, etc, on medical volume
     visualization and imaging.

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Respiratory medicine
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     Topic: Asthma - general information
     Author: Patricia Wrean, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.asthma, sci.med
     Archive: medicine/asthma/general-info
     URL: http://www.cco.caltech.edu/~wrean/asthma-gen.html
     Abstract: General FAQs for the alt.support.asthma newsgroup
     covering diagnosis, management, and resources.

     Topic: Asthma medications
     Author: Patricia Wrean, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.asthma, sci.med
     Archive: medicine/asthma/medications
     Abstract: List of commonly prescribed medications by generic and
     brand name, with a glossary.

     Topic: Asthma reading/resource list
     Author: Lynn Short, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: sci.med; alt.support.asthma
     URL: E-mail author

     Topic: alt.support.stop-smoking FAQ
     Author: Barry Pekilis, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.stop-smoking
     URL: http://www.swen.uwaterloo.ca/~bpekilis/ASSS/asss.html

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Surgery
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     Topic: Aortic aneurysm
     Author: M David Tilson, [e-mail]
     URL: http://www.columbia.edu/~mdt1/
     Abstract: FAQs and other information on abdominal aortic
     aneurysms.

     Topic: Circumcison (paediatric)
     Author: Janet Sakell, [e-mail]
     URL: E-mail author
     Abstract: There are medical reasons for circumcison - not all are
     performed for social reasons.

     Topic: Surgery, infant/child
     Author: Kimberly Long, [e-mail]
     URL: E-mail author
     Abstract: Inguinal hernia/infant surgery/general anaesthesia.

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Urology
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     Topic: Prostatitis
     Author: John Koch, [e-mail]
     Newsgroup: alt.support.prostate.prostatitis, sci.med
     Archive: medicine/prostatitis-faq/
     URL: http://www.fullfeed.com/prosfnd
     Abstract: Diagnosis, causes, treatment.

     Topic: Vasectomy (male sterilization)
     Author: Nick Wilson, [e-mail], and M Baker
     Newsgroup: sci.med (occasional postings)
     URL: E-mail author
     Abstract: This FAQ covers all the major issues relating to
     vasectomy (male sterilization). It specifically deals with the
     following issues: what a vasectomy is, its effectiveness, its
     affect male sexual activity, the preoperative interview, vasectomy
     reversal, pre-operative sperm banking, where vasectomies can be
     obtained, what the operation involve, post operative care, when it
     becomes effective, risks of complications, the evidence relating
     to long term health hazards, alternatives to having a vasectomy,
     "no-scalpel" vasectomy, summary of the advantages of a vasectomy,
     summary of the disadvantages of a vasectomy, further reading and
     resources.

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