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Title: Alternative Medicine Popular Among Seniors, But Most Don't Tell Their Doctors About It
Category: Health News
Created: 7/27/2022 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 7/27/2022 12:00:00 AM

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Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use for pediatric asthma is increasing. It is well known that effective asthma management depends on patient adherence to treatment. The authors of previous cross-sectional studies have linked CAM use with decreased adherence to conventional asthma treatment regimens.

This longitudinal data set was unique, allowing us to focus on patients who initiated CAM and to follow subsequent asthma medication adherence. We found that CAM use was not associated with adherence, suggesting that patients may practice CAM alongside conventional therapies. (Read the full article)

Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use is common among children, especially those with chronic, recurrent, or incurable conditions. Concurrent use of CAM with conventional medications is of concern and needs to be assessed, especially in vulnerable patient populations.

CAM use is high among pediatric cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, and respiratory patients, most of whom use CAM concurrently with conventional care. This study provides additional evidence to suggest the use of CAM be included in routine patient history taking. (Read the full article)

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