Publications by authors named "Chisom Mgbodile"

Article Synopsis
  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the leading sexually transmitted infection in the US, particularly noted for its link to cervical cancer but also affecting men, especially gay and bisexual males (GBM), who face higher risks and prevalence of HPV-related anal cancer.
  • HPV vaccination is effective in preventing HPV-related cancers and has gained attention to improve awareness and vaccination rates, especially among GBM, who currently have low vaccination rates.
  • A study from 2017 to 2020 shows increased awareness of HPV and its vaccine among GBM but highlights significant sociodemographic disparities, indicating a need for targeted interventions to boost vaccination in this high-risk group.
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Psychological distress is more common in cancer survivors than the general population, and is associated with adverse outcomes. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES), race and psychological distress, using data from a nationally representative sample of cancer survivors in the United States. Outcomes of interest were mild, moderate, and severe psychological distress as assessed by the Patient Health Questionnaire-4 (PHQ-4).

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A 47-year-old female, who had previously received adjuvant right breast radiation for ductal carcinoma in situ, presented with right breast edema, erythema, and pain. This developed about two and a half weeks following radioactive iodine therapy for thyroid carcinoma. A biopsy was performed to rule out malignancy, since inflammatory breast cancer can present with similar symptoms.

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