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Do you remember the early days when FAQs (frequently asked questions) where still a relative novelty? When people actually got something other than spam and penis pill adverts out of Usenet? You couldn't find any of this stuff with Google: Google wasn't born yet. I maintained this list of medical FAQs from 1994 to 1996, discontinuing it as I recall because the task of updating it had become impossible (the Web was really gaining momentum)—and because spam had reared it's ugly head. Most of the resources listed probably don't exist anymore; those that do will have evolved beyond recognition. Having re-discovered it, however, I re-post it here as a historical glimpse into the health information void that newsgroups and rudimentary websites were addressing 10 years ago...

URL: http://www.cybertas.demon.co.uk/medfaq.html
Archive-name: medicine/med-faq-list/part*
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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About this file:
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This file is a list of 'frequently asked questions' (FAQs) and
other periodical documents on medicine/health-related topics
posted to Usenet newsgroups on the Internet. Version 1.0 was
posted on October 1, 1994. This document is best viewed at

http://www.cybertas.demon.co.uk/medfaq.html

where hypertext links will take you to most of the FAQs listed.

FAQ-type documents elsewhere (such as on the WWW) are also
included in the List. These medical/ health-related FAQs are of
value to both patients and health professionals, as they highlight
the most common concerns held by sufferers, and help to fill the
health information void. Some are genuinely frequently asked
questions from Usenet discussions; others represent the efforts of
individuals to share information they have collected. Please
remember that the information found in these FAQs may not
represent general medical opinion, and should not be a substitute
for consulting your doctor or other healthcare professional.

For an overview of the FAQ philosophy, see 'FAQs about FAQs' from
Russ Hersch, posted to news.answers and archived at MIT (see
below).

Because people on the Net come and go, previous versions of this
FAQ may be invalid if I am unaware of a change in author or e-mail
address. I rely on your help to ensure this list is as accurate as
possible, as I cannot read all the newsgroups on a regular basis
myself. If you are unable to locate an FAQ in this list or are a
new FAQ author yourself, please let me know.

Suggestions and submissions for inclusion in future versions are
most welcome. Many thanks to those who have already sent a
contribution to this list.

The easiest way to submit an update is via the form at:

http://www.cybertas.demon.co.uk/submit_form.html.

Listings follow the form:

* Topic:
* Author:
* Newsgroup: [Not all cross-postings listed: concentrating on
sci.med and news.answers].
* Archive: [Archive name at
ftp://rtfm.mit.edu/pub/usenet/news.answers/, unless in
alternative location at MIT].
* URL: [Other locations, such as FTP or on the WWW].
* Abstract:

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Copyright notice
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Copyright 1996 by Bruce C McKenzie. Permission is granted to
transmit and store this document electronically or otherwise,
providing that it remains unedited. Any site, online service,
other electronic medium, or publication that charges for access to
their material must first contact this author before making the
Medical FAQ List available. Any errors are unintentional, and any
expenses or inconveniences incurred as a consequence of their
interpretation are not the responsibility of this author.

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How do I access the FAQs in this list?
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1. Usenet: Read the appropriate newsgroups on the off chance that
an update has been posted. news.answers (a moderated repository
for periodic Usenet articles) is a good place to look if you can't
find an FAQ where you expect it, as many are co-posted here. Many
of the misc.kids.* FAQs are posted to the misc.kids.info
newsgroup.

2. FTP: FTP the file from 'ftp://rtfm.mit.edu/pub/usenet/' and
change to the relevant directory. Some FAQs have been approved by
the *.answers moderation team, and these can be found in the
'ftp://rtfm.mit.edu/pub/usenet/news.answers/' directory.
Alternative archive locations are sometimes given below
(particularly for the alt.* hierarchy).

3. E-mail: Send an e-mail request to ftpmail@doc.ic.ac.uk - or a
closer FTP mailserver, with the following in the body of the
message:

open rtfm.mit.edu
cd /pub/usenet/[substitute name of newsgroup]
dir
quit

One you have the directory listing you can substitute the 'dir'
command with 'get' (the filename). Note that not all FAQs listed
here are archived in this way.

Alternatively, as a last resort, send e-mail to one of the
contacts listed in the List of medical FAQ postings to request a
copy. Note that where a named person is given as a contact, this
person will have to send the FAQ to you by personal e-mail. As
this involves his or her time and possible expense, please do not
randomly make requests for FAQs, but try other means first.

4. WWW: If you have full Internet access, run your WWW browser and
use one of the following URLs for a hypertext listing of Usenet
FAQs:

University of Ohio (US):

http://www.cis.ohio-state.edu/hypertext/faq/usenet/FAQ-List.html

Libraries Automation Service WWW Server, Oxford (UK):

http://www.lib.ox.ac.uk/internet/news/faq/by_category.index.html

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How can I get a copy of this document?
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1. Usenet: Read the sci.med, sci.answers, or news.answers
newsgroups on the off chance that an update has been posted.

2. FTP: FTP the file from the MIT archive:
ftp://rtfm.mit.edu/pub/usenet/news.answers/medicine/med-faq-list/

3. E-mail: Send an e-mail request as above, or to
ftpmail@doc.ic.ac.uk - or a closer FTP mailserver, with the
following in the body of the message:

open rtfm.mit.edu
cd /pub/usenet/news.answers/medicine/med-faq-list/
get part1
get part2
quit

4. WWW: Use one of the Web sites as above to locate a
semi-hypertext version of this file, generated automatically from
a text file. Alternatively, visit the Oxford University Press
'Medicine and the Internet' Web pages to view the original file in
hypertext:

Medicine and the Internet:

http://www.oup.co.uk/scimed/medint/

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Chronic fatigue syndrome
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Topic: Chronic fatigue syndrome
Author: Roger Burns, cfs-news@cais.cais.com
Newsgroup: alt.health.cfids-action, news.answers
Archive: medicine/chronic-fatigue-syndrome/
Abstract: Several files covering newsgroup guidelines, electronic
resources, FAQs, treatments, #CFS IRC (a live chat channel), etc.

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Complimentary therapies/'Non-Western' medicine
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Topic: Massage
Author: J. Blustein, jamie@uwo.ca
Newsgroup: alt.backrubs
Archive: ftp://rtfm.mit.edu/pub/usenet/alt.answers/backrubs/faq
Abstract: Answers to questions frequently asked in alt.backrubs, a
newgroup discussing massage techniques, principles and related
issues (e.g. patients' relations with health care professionals
and society's opinions, attitudes towards nudity and non-sexual
touch. The FAQ answers many common questions in the group and
discusses some of those other issues too.

Topic: Homeopathics - FAQ
Author: Neil Sandow
URL: http://community.net/~neils/faqhom.html
Abstract: Principles and practice, resources.

Topic: Homeopathy home page
Author: Jon Haworth
URL: http://www.dungeon.com/home/cam/homeo.html
Abstract: Links to FAQs and other homeopathy resources.

Topic: Oriental medicine
Author: Norman Kraft, nkraft@bkhouse.cts.com
URL: ftp://ftp.cts.com/pub/nkraft/ormed.html
Abstract: Home page for the OrMed mailing list, featuring FAQs and
related information.

Topic: Medicinal herbs
Author: Henriette Kress, HeK@hetta.pp.fi
Newsgroup: alt.folklore.herbs, news.answers
Archive: medicinal-herbs/
Abstract: FAQs, general information, other resources, teachings,
etc.

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Endocrinology
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Topic: Anti-Thyroid Drugs
Author: Mary Brennan
Newsgroup: alt.support.thyroid

Topic: Diabetes - FAQ
Author: Edward Reid, ed@titipu.resun.com
Newsgroup: misc.health.diabetes, news.answers
Archive: diabetes/faq/
Abstract: General information (Part 1), blood glucose monitoring
(Part 2), treatment (Part 3), sources (Part 4), and research (Part
5).

Topic: Diabetes - Insulin pump discussion
Author: Jim Summers, summers@cs.utah.edu
Newsgroup: misc.health.diabetes, news.answers
Archive: diabetes/insulin-pump-disc
Abstract: Description of insulin pumps and their features, types
of insulin used, buyer's guide.

Topic: Diabetes, junvenile
Author: Rene Roberts, Renee@cup.portal.com
URL: E-mail author

Topic: Diabetes - Software
Author: Michael Wolfe, MWOLFE@WVNVAXA.WVNET.EDU
Newsgroup: misc.health.diabetes, news.answers
Archive: diabetes/software
Abstract: Software to download and analyze blood glucose readings
from home monitoring devices, other software (nutritional
databases, logbooks, etc.), other electronic information
resources.

Topic: Graves' Disease
Author: Mary Brennan
Newsgroup: alt.support.thyroid

Topic: Hashimoto's Disease
Author: Mary Brennan
Newsgroup: alt.support.thyroid

Topic: Thyroid Disease and Radioactive Iodine
Author: Mary Brennan
Newsgroup: alt.support.thyroid

Topic: Thyroid Function Tests
Author: A. Macklin
Newsgroup: alt.support.thyroid

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Gastroenterology
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Topic: Celiac FAQ
Author: Multiple authorship
Newsgroup: bit.listserv.celiac
URL: http://www.fastlane.net/homepages/thodge/faq
Abstract: Covers celiac disease (gluten intolerance).

Topic: Collagenous Colitis FAQ
Author: Mel Malinowski, colitis@malinowski.com
URL: http://qurlyjoe.bu.edu/cducibs/colcolfaq.html
Abstract: A brief synopsis.

Topic: Inflammatory bowel disease FAQ
Author: Christopher Holmes, holmes@mrx.webo.dg.com
Newsgroup: alt.support.crohns-colitis, news.answers
Archive: medicine/crohns-colitis-faq
URL: http://qurlyjoe.bu.edu/cduchome.html
Abstract: Covers Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis with
definitions, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and dietary
information.

Topic: Inflammatory bowel disease INFO FAQ
Author: Susan Blanc, smb@panix.com
Newsgroup: alt.support.crohns-colitis, news.answers
Archive: medicine/crohns-colitis-info-faq
URL: http://qurlyjoe.bu.edu/cduchome.html
Abstract: Information resources for alt.support.crohns-colitis
newsgroup.

Topic: Irritable bowel syndrome
Author: Laura Zurawski, juniper@uiuc.edu
Newsgroup: alt.support.crohns-colitis, news.answers
Archive: medicine/irritable-bowel-syndrome-faq
URL: http://qurlyjoe.bu.edu/cduchome.html
Abstract: Definition, symptoms, natural history, treatments.

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Infectious disease
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Topic: Acquired Immune Decifiency Syndrome (AIDS)
Author: aids-request@cs.ucla.edu
Newsgroup: sci.med.aids, news.answers
Archive: aids-faq/
Abstract: General information, prevention, treatment, social
services, debate, resources, etc.

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Lifestyle and fitness
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Topic: Abdominal training
Author: Tim mansfield, timbomb@dstc.edu.au
Newsgroup: misc.fitness, news.answers
Archive: abdominal-training
URL:

http://www.dstc.edu.au/RDU/staff/nigel-ward/abfaq/abdominal-training.html

Abstract: FAQs from misc.fitness concerning training abdominal
muscles.

Topic: Hardgainer body-building/ weightlifting FAQ
Author: Francis Kelly (kellyfj@cns.bu.edu) and Craig Sadler
(zia%sunstroke@sdsu.edu)
Newsgroup: alt.sport.weightlifting, news.answers
Archive: body-building/hardgainer-faq

Topic: misc.fitness FAQ
Author: Jeff Gleixner, glex@cray.com
Newsgroup: news.answers
Archive: misc-fitness/
URL: ftp://ftp.cray.com/pub/misc.fitness/misc.fitness.faq.html
Abstract: FAQs, exercise equipment information, exercises per body
part and the areas they work, recommended reading, glossary.

Topic: Meditation
Author: Jeffrey Chance, jeffjc@cs.mcgill.ca
Newsgroup: alt.meditation, news.answers
Archive: meditation/faq
Abstract: Not all medicine involves taking pills. Resources,
definition, practice, implications, etc.

Topic: rec.bicycles FAQ
Author: Mike Iglesias, iglesias@draco.acs.uci.edu
Newsgroup: rec.bicycles.misc, news.answers
Archive: bicycles-faq/
URL: ftp://draco.acs.uci.edu/pub/rec.bicycles/faq.*
Abstract: Everything you need to know to keep fit (and safe) on a
bicycle. Also information about nutrition and various injuries.

Topic: Running FAQ
Author: Dennis Rears, drears@sunsite.unc.edu
Newsgroup: rec.running
Archive: running-faq
URL: http://sunsite.unc.edu/drears/running/running.html
Abstract: 'The Running Page' includes details of upcoming races,
race results, places to run, running related products, magazines,
and other information including the rec.running FAQ.

Topic: Stretching FAQ
Author: Brad Appleton
Newsgroup: misc.fitness.misc, news.answers
Archive: Archive: stretching/
URL: http://www.cs.huji.ac.il/papers/rma/stretching_toc.html
Abstract: Physiology, flexibility, how-to, etc.

Topic: Training - nutrition
Author: Paul Moses
Newsgroup: sci.med.nutrition, misc.fitness
URL: http://www.dgsys.com/~trnutr/index.html
Abstract: Nutritional basics of training.

Topic: Vegetarianism
Author: Geraint Edwards, gedge@veg.org
Newsgroup: rec.foods.veg
URL: http://www.veg.org/veg/

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Miscellaneous
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Topic: Artificial Intelligence in Medicine FAQ
Author: Padmini Srinivasan, padmini-srinivasan@uiowa.edu
URL: ftp://lhc.nlm.nih.gov/pub/ai-medicine/FAQ

Topic: List of medical FAQ postings
Author: Bruce McKenzie, 75337.2274@compuserve.com
Newsgroup: sci.med, news.answers
Archive: medicine/med-faq-list
URL: http://www.oup.co.uk/scimed/medint/medfaq.html
Abstract: Evolving list of medicine/health-related FAQ documents
available on the Internet [the list you are currently reading].

Topic: Medical Informatics FAQ
Author: Aamir Zakaria, aamir.zakaria@mcmail.vanderbilt.edu
Newsgroup: sci.med.informatics, sci.med, news.answers
Archive: medical-informatics-faq
Abstract: Definition, training, learning more.

Topic: Palliative care FAQs
Author: L.F. Ng, lfn@cancare.po.my
URL: http://www.mol.com.my/cancare/pcfaq.htm
Abstract: What is palliative care? When should palliative care be
incorporated into a patient's management plan? Who delivers and
receives palliative care?

Topic: Stuttering
Author: John Harrison, johnnyh@holonet.net, and Judith Kuster,
kuster@vax1.mankato.msus.edu
URL: gopher://gopher.mankato.msus.edu/ -> Academic Colleges &
Departments -> Communication Disorders.

Topic: Transplant FAQ
Author: Michael Holloway, mhollowa@epo.som.sunysb.edu
Newsgroup: bit.listserv.transplant, sci.med, news.answers
Archive: medicine/transplant-faq/
Abstract: Issues concerning organ donation and transplantation.

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Musculoskeletal medicine
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Topic: Pointing device injury summary
Author: Pete Johnson, petej@garnet.berkeley.edu
URL: E-mail author

Topic: Psoriatic arthritis FAQ
Author: Bruce Giese, giese@world.std.com
Newsgroup: misc.health.arthritis, news.answers
Archive: medicine/arthritis/psoriatic_faq
Abstract: Personal experiences and comment taken from the
newsgroup.

Topic: Typing injuries
Author: Dan Wallach, dwallach@CS.Princeton.EDU
Newsgroup: sci.med, news.answers
Archive: typing-injury-faq/general
URL: http://www.cs.princeton.edu/~dwallach/tifaq/
Abstract: Repetetive strain injury/ traumatic overuse syndrome.

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Neurology
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Topic: Alzheimer's disease
Author: Alzheimer Society of Ottawa-Carleton
URL:

http://www.ncf.carleton.ca/freeport/social.services/alzheimer/menu

Topic: Traumatic brain injury
Author: Len Burns, lburns@sasquatch.com
URL: http://www.sasquatch.com/tbi/tpn/FAQS.html

Topic: Migraine FAQ
Author: Jennifer Davis-Walton, davisjn@mcmail.cis.mcmaster.ca
Newsgroup: alt.support.headaches.migraine, news.answers
Archive: alt/support/migraine/
URL: ftp://ugle.unit.no/faq/alt.answers/alt/support/migraine/faq/
Abstract: Symptoms, physiology, triggers, relief, psychology, etc.

Topic: Multiple sclerosis
Author: chris@infosci.org
URL: http://www.infosci.org/
Abstract: Archived postings to alt.support.mult-sclerosis and
mailing list.

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Nutrition
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Topic: Diet FAQ
Author: kchurchwell@BIX.com
Newsgroup: alt.support.diet, news.answers
Archive: dieting-faq/
URL: http://www.ionet.net/~kchurch/asd-faq.shtml
Abstract: Definitions, diet and nutrition information, resources,
exercise, etc.

Topic: Fat Acceptance FAQs
Author: Sasha Wood, sasha@cs.cmu.edu
URL: http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~sasha/fat/faqs.html
Abstract: Pointer to various fat-acceptance FAQs.

Topic: Fat free vegetarian resource list
Author: artemis@rahul.net
Newsgroup: alt.food.fat-free, news.answers
Archive: food/fatfree/cookbook/vegetarian
Abstract: A list of books and cookbooks on extremely low-fat
vegetarian diets.

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Nursing
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Topic: Midwifery
Author: Pat Sonnenstuhl, cnmpat@aol.com
Newsgroup: sci.med.nursing, news.answers
Archive: medicine/midwifery/
Abstract: What are midwives and what do they do, how to become
one, bibliography, etc.

Topic: Nursing FAQ
Author: Denis Anthony, cudma@csv.warwick.ac.uk
Newsgroup: sci.med.nursing, news.answers
Archive: nursing-faq
URL: http://www.csv.warwick.ac.uk:8000/sci.med.nursing.html
Abstract: Charter for sci.med.nursing, nursing resources, treating
superficial wounds, representative bodies, etc.

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Obstetrics and gynaecology
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Topic: Alph-feto-protein (AFP) test
Author: Lynn Gazis-Sax, lynn@elan.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids
Archive: misc-kids/pregnancy/screening/AFP
URL: ftp://ftp.netcom.com/pub/ga/gazissax/afp.faq
Abstract: Details on alfa-fetal protein test used to detect
possible abnormalities of the fetal nervous system in pregnancy.

Topic: Birth Planning FAQ
Author: Sabrina Cuddy, swnymph@abekas.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids.pregnancy, news.answers
Archive: misc-kids/pregnancy/birth-plan/

Topic: Bradley method of natural childbirth
Author: Sabrina Cuddy, swnymph@abekas.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids.pregnancy, news.answers
Archive: misc-kids/pregnancy/bradley/method

Topic: Caesarian sections
Author: Amy Moseley Rupp, amyr@devnull.mpd.tandem.com
URL: E-mail author

Topic: Epidural anesthesia
Author: Sabrina Cuddy, swnymph@remarque.berkeley.edu
Newsgroup: misc.kids
Archive: misc-kids/pregnancy/anesthesia/epidural

Topic: Group B Streptococcus infection in pregnancy
Author: Cheryl Sandberg, Sandberg4@earthlink.net
URL: http://www.angelfire.com/pages0/itsme/index.html
Abstract: Definition, complications, prevention, diagnosis,
treatment, and FAQs.

Topic: Infertility
Author: Lara Nolan, minnie@fantasy.wa.com
URL: E-mail author 'send infertility FAQ'

Topic: Pregnancy, complications- extended bedrest for-
Author: Sian Meikle, sian@gpu.utcc.utoronto.ca
URL: E-mail author

Topic: Pregnancy, gestational diabetes
Author: Lauren Halverson, Lauren@mystech.com
URL: E-mail author

Topic: Pregnancy, miscarriage
Author: Laura Brooks, brook006@mc.duke.edu
Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
Archive: misc-kids/miscarriage/
URL: http://scalos.mc.duke.edu/~brook006/miscarriage.html

Topic: Pregnancy, nutrition in
Author: Sabrina Cuddy, swnymph@abekas.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids
Archive: misc-kids/pregnancy/bradley/nutrition

Topic: Prenatal testing: amniocentesis
Author: Lynn Gazis, lynn@elan.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids
Archive: ftp.netcom.com pub/usenet/ga/gazissax/amnio.faq

Topic: Prenatal testing: overview and personal stories
Author: Lynn Gazis, lynn@elan.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids
Archive: ftp.netcom.com
pub/usenet/ga/gazissax/prenatal-tests.overview

Topic: Prenatal testing: pregnancy and pre-pregnancy tests
Author: Lynn Gazis, lynn@elan.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids
Archive: ftp.netcom.com pub/usenet/ga/gazissax/pregnancy.tests

Topic: Prenatal testing: ultrasound
Author: Lynn Gazis, lynn@elan.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids
Archive: ftp.netcom.com pub/usenet/ga/gazissax/ultrasound.faq

Topic: Vulvar pain
Author: Camilla Cracchiolo, camilla@primenet.com
URL: E-mail author
Abstract: Vulvodynia and vulvar vestibulitis syndrome.

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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, buhlelo1@mcrcr6.med.nyu.edu
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, jmoulder@its.mcw.edu
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, jmoulder@post.its.mcw.edu
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, grants@research.canon.oz.au
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, xlacha1@wizard.weizmann.ac.il
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, faust@access.digex.net
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, kupstas@cs.unc.edu
URL: http://www.cs.unc.edu/~kupstas/FAQ.html

Topic: Amniotic banding and limb loss
Author: Jen Sullivan, Pesto@netcom.com
URL: E-mail author
Abstract: Amniotic bands can cause limb deformity or loss
in-utero.

Topic: Attention deficit disorder
Author: Frank Kannemann, frankk@Canada.sun.com
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, stigle@cs.unca.edu
URL: E-mail author
Abstract: The story behind haemolytic disese of the newborn.

Topic: Breastfeeding past the first year
Author: kfs@world.std.com
Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
Archive: misc-kids/breastfeeding/toddlers

Topic: Chicken pox
Author: Vicki powers, vicki@mathcs.emory.edu
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, lynn@elan.com
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, kiernan@koa.ifa.hawaii.edu
Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
Archive: misc-kids/colic
URL: ftp://koa.ifa.hawaii.edu

Topic: Diaper rash
Author: Wallace Mayo, mayo@cs.utk.edu
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, lcheap@u.washington.edu
URL: http://weber.u.washington.edu/~lcheap/ear.html
Abstract: Medical and surgical management of otitis media.

Topic: Eczema (paediatric)
Author: Gloria Logan, glogan@ATK.COM
Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
Archive: misc-kids/eczema

Topic: Pediatrician, selecting a-
Author: Lisa Chirlian, lchirlia@cc.brynmawr.edu
Newsgroup: misc.kids.info, news.answers
Archive: misc-kids/pediatrician-questions
URL: Send message 'SEND PED FAQ' to lchirlia@cc.brynmawr.edu

Topic: Preterm birth
Author: Stuart Houlahan, stuarth@newbridge.com
URL: E-mail author

Topic: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Author: Margaret Gibbs, gibbsm@ll.mit.edu
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, uthman@riter.computize.com
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, uthman@riter.computize.com
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, leif@algonet.se
Newsgroup: sci.med
URL: http://www.algonet.se/~leif/AmFAQigr.html
Abstract: FAQs on mercury intoxication.

Topic: Coffee and caffeine
Author: Alejandro Lopez-Ortiz, alopez-o@neumann.uwaterloo.ca
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, steveha@cix.compulink.co.uk
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, dhawk@netcom.com
Newsgroup: alt.recovery.aa, news.answers
Archive: www.moscow.com/Resources/SelfHelp/AA/
Abstract: Alcoholics anonymous information.

Topic: Bipolar affective disorder (Manic depression)
Author: lsm@crl.com
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, cf12@CORNELL.edu
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, SHIC@shic.com
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, tina@tezcat.com
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, grohol@alpha.acast.nova.edu
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, grohol@alpha.acast.nova.edu
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, grohol@alpha.acast.nova.edu
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, greyham@research.canon.oz.au
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, greyham@research.canon.oz.au
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, mmiles@thuban.ac.hmc.edu.
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, dhawk@well.sf.ca.us
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, dclunie@flash.us.com
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, mhaveri@cc.oulu.fi
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, wrean@caltech.edu
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, wrean@caltech.edu
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, lfshort@europa.com
Newsgroup: sci.med; alt.support.asthma
URL: E-mail author

Topic: alt.support.stop-smoking FAQ
Author: Barry Pekilis, bpekilis@swen.uwaterloo.ca
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, mdt1@columbia.edu
URL: http://www.columbia.edu/~mdt1/
Abstract: FAQs and other information on abdominal aortic
aneurysms.

Topic: Circumcison (paediatric)
Author: Janet Sakell, jcs@holmes.acc.Virginia.EDU
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, siberia@usis.com
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, johnnk@aol.com
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, nick.wilson@actrix.gen.nz, 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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Bruce C McKenzie MB ChB (NZ)
bruce@cybertas.demon.co.uk

http://www.oup.co.uk/scimed/medint/

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