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by J Dimitrakov
Sun Oct 17, 2010 8:05 pm
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: AUA 2009: Memantine
Replies: 22
Views: 1976

Re: AUA 2009: Memantine

Is there any new yet about this study? The study is still ongoing and the initial results are very encouraging. We have expanded the study with additional study sites outside the original single study center. Interim analysis of the long-term results in a multi-center setting is in progress. Best, JD
by J Dimitrakov
Tue Aug 31, 2010 1:45 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: AUA 2009: Memantine
Replies: 22
Views: 1976

Re: AUA 2009: Memantine

Results are forthcoming and will be available as soon as they are peer-reviewed and published. I will let everyone know when this happens

Best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Mon Apr 27, 2009 11:42 pm
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: AUA 2009: Memantine
Replies: 22
Views: 1976

Re: AUA 2009: Memantine

"There are a couple of messages for the clinician," Dr. Dimitrakov said. "The main message is that we need to see a larger study in women with CPPS to evaluate this medication in more detail. The second is that in our hands, this medication appears safe and effective, with minimal si...
by J Dimitrakov
Mon Apr 20, 2009 11:02 pm
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: AUA 2009: Memantine
Replies: 22
Views: 1976

Re: AUA 2009: Memantine

You can read the abstract or follow the AUA discussions.

Best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Mon Apr 20, 2009 8:38 pm
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: AUA 2009: Memantine
Replies: 22
Views: 1976

Re: AUA 2009: Memantine

hi, very interesting! how does this fit in with the study around lateonset CAH if at all? .... do the two papers support each other in an overall cause or do they suggest 2 different causes? :-D This is a treatment study which did not look for a "cause' for CPPS. It tested a specific treatment...
by J Dimitrakov
Sun Apr 12, 2009 2:34 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: AUA 2009: Memantine
Replies: 22
Views: 1976

Re: AUA 2009: Memantine

Thank you Dr Dimitrakov for your efforts. What is the next step. I do not understand the process that happens from the point when a drug has been identified to be useful in a particular ailment to it becoming mainstream in the management of the ailment. Can you please throw some light on this issue...
by J Dimitrakov
Thu Apr 09, 2009 6:04 pm
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: AUA 2009: Memantine
Replies: 22
Views: 1976

Re: AUA 2009: Memantine

Thanks for featuring this report. There will be additional discussion of the implications of the study, results and longer follow-up of patients. I will post the link as soon as it becomes available

Best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Sat Apr 04, 2009 10:59 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS
Replies: 158
Views: 9249

Re: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS

I am afraid I cannot answer that question since it asks for specific diagnostic information. Please discuss with your physician.

Best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Tue Mar 31, 2009 1:48 pm
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: New genetics & UCPPS review by Dr. Dimitrakov
Replies: 9
Views: 516

Re: New genetics & UCPPS review by Dr. Dimitrakov

cpps108 wrote:Hello Dr. Dimitrakov - you didn't give an email address, but I found the following one for you online: [email protected]
Is that the address I should use?
Yes
by J Dimitrakov
Tue Mar 31, 2009 3:52 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: New genetics & UCPPS review by Dr. Dimitrakov
Replies: 9
Views: 516

Re: New genetics & UCPPS review by Dr. Dimitrakov

We are currently recruiting only patients from the US and Canada for this study. There is a European study under way which might be of interest to your sister and you. Please e-mail me for further details if you are interested.

Best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Tue Mar 31, 2009 3:50 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS
Replies: 158
Views: 9249

Re: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS

The test we performed is state-of-the-art and is not routinely used due to cost. See previous posts regarding the other questions. we have an ongoing trial following people on specific targeted therapy.

Best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Sun Mar 29, 2009 9:22 pm
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS
Replies: 158
Views: 9249

Re: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS

Yes, it is possible to get tested. However, since this is (usually) non-classic CAH, testing is challenging and results, esp. negative results, need to be interpreted with caution or reconfirmed using a more sophisticated technique (e.g. genomic or proteomic technique)

best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Wed Mar 25, 2009 1:35 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS
Replies: 158
Views: 9249

Re: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS

I have waited to post this because I'm not sure if there is a connection? I have been off of Nasacort, a corticosteroid for more than a year now...and I have had the most significant recovery this past year out of the 3 plus years since my onset...Going back in my minds eye, my onset came a few yea...
by J Dimitrakov
Wed Mar 25, 2009 1:32 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS
Replies: 158
Views: 9249

Re: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS

S0b0T wrote: At this point its probably like trying to scavenge galaxies with binoculars.
It might actually be closer than you think. Technology is getting better now and gene sequencing, for example, which used to take several months, can now be done in a few days

Best,
JD
by J Dimitrakov
Tue Mar 24, 2009 1:37 am
Forum: Research News & Updates
Topic: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS
Replies: 158
Views: 9249

Re: Adrenocortical Hormone Abnormalities in Men with CP/CPPS

I think that we all agree with your statement that those are complex conditions and there is no one single approach that works for everyone. It will be an oversimplification to state that EVERYONE with CPPS has adrenocortical dysfunction, just as it would be incorrect to say they have CRH, pituitary...