Welcome to the blog of Dr. Marcus Ettinger "Medical Detective" and "Digestion Coach"
I have been writing about health and the human body for over 34 years. I do this to provide easy-to-understand information on complex topics. I also do this to cement in my brain all that I’ve learned. I hope the information presented on my blog helps you increase your understanding of the body, disease, and health.
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Biofilm Forms on Implanted Devices Such as Pacemakers
Bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, the 'superbug' behind MRSA, can be a major problem for patients who have a medical implant, such as a replacement heart valve or pacemaker. Bacteria are able to form colonies -- called biofilms -- on the implanted device,...
Cracks at the Corners of the Mouth can be Vitamin B2, Iron and/or Zinc Deficiency
Topic: Angular cheilitis (AC) Hi Dr. Ettinger, I forgot to ask you when I was there for my appointment about the cracked skin at the corner of my mouth. It wasn't so bad then, but it has gotten worse. I have never in my life gotten this, so it's a mystery. I've tried...
Ultra Lite Weight-Loss Program While Traveling
Good Morning, Just a quick update. I have been traveling (to Reno) since Tuesday morning. Could not take my scale with me but did weigh some food Monday before I left. I've been following the program as best I can - eating only protein and approved veggies (I never...
H. pylori Infection, Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Growth Retardation
Persistent presence of H. pylori slows growth rate Mera RM. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2012;doi:10.1097/INF.0b013e31824434fec. Children whose Helicobacter pylori infection was eradicated quickly grew faster than those who were not treated early, according to a study from...
Normocellular bone marrow with progressive trilineage hematopoiesis
Normocellular bone marrow with progressive trilineage hematopoiesis and many megakaryocytes can benefit from looking at it from a different viewpoint. Question: Dr. Ettinger Do you have any feedback from any of the patients trying MM? Secondly - a follow-up to that...
Biofilm Basics by Bob Henke of The Post Star
See also Quorum Sensing and Biofilm and Biofilm Basics by Dr. Marcus Ettinger Biofilm Basics by Bob Henke of The Post Star One of the most pervasive life forms is called biofilm. A biofilm is most easily understood by thinking of it as simply a slimy colony of...
Orange County Heart Health Check (Open to the public) December 5th thru December 16th, 2011
Advanced Healing Center of Orange The practice of Dr. Marcus Ettinger "Give Yourself and Your Loved Ones the Gift of Health" December Heart Health Check (Open to the public) Monday, December 5th thru Friday, December 16th In addition to all of my standard...
Biofilm And Bacterial Resistance To Antibiotics When Starved
"A chief cause of the resistance of biofilms is that bacteria on the outside of the clusters have the first shot at the nutrients that diffuse in," said Pradeep Singh, associate professor of medicine and microbiology at the University of Washington. "This...
O’Neil Relocation / United Van Lines of Garden Grove Destroyed My Furniture
O'Neil Relocation / United Van Lines of Garden Grove Destroyed My Furniture 10/21/2011 (Yelp Post) Please do not use this company! My name is Dr. Marcus Ettinger and I had the misfortune of using this company to move me from a rental home to our new residence. Not...
There is hope for gluten and lactose intolerance
My Testimonial Growth at the age of 18 usually pertains to mental and physical changes of an affirmative nature-one entering long awaited adulthood. This transition is a defining moment, submerge within human mushrooming, that manifests the liberating self within-the...