Publications by authors named "Erhan Eken"
Purpose: Although it is known that alpha-adrenergic receptor antagonists have positive effects on metabolic parameters such as glucose metabolism, lipid profile, and insulin sensitivity, it is unclear whether this is a class effect. Tamsulosin is reported to have adverse effects on glucose metabolism and insulin resistance, and this may be because of its lack of glycolysis-enhancing effect compared with other alpha-adrenergic receptor antagonists with glycolysis-enhancing effects such as doxazosin, terazosin, and alfuzosin. The aim of this study was to compare the effect of tamsulosin on metabolic parameters with another alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, doxazosin.
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- Mediterranean spotted fever (MSF) is an infectious disease caused by the Rickettsia conorii bacteria, often linked to tick bites, and can present mild to severe symptoms, including high fever and rash.
- A case study of a female patient showed symptoms like fever, headache, and rash, which were linked to a history of contact with a tick-infested dog and confirmed through laboratory tests.
- Early diagnosis and treatment with doxycycline improved the patient's condition rapidly, highlighting the importance of considering potential tick exposure in severe cases, especially when the source of infection is unclear.