Publications by authors named "Charles R Lichtenstern"
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- Iron pill gastritis is a rare but serious issue that can occur from oral iron supplements, especially in older adults.
- An 83-year-old man developed gastric ulcers after taking ferrous sulfate for iron deficiency anemia, and tests confirmed he had iron pill gastritis.
- This case emphasizes the need for doctors to recognize this condition early, educate patients about the risks, and consider using liquid iron instead of solid tablets for those at higher risk.
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common cancer type, and third highest in mortality rates among cancer-related deaths in the United States. Originating from intestinal epithelial cells in the colon and rectum, that are impacted by numerous factors including genetics, environment and chronic, lingering inflammation, CRC can be a problematic malignancy to treat when detected at advanced stages. Chemotherapeutic agents serve as the historical first line of defense in the treatment of metastatic CRC.
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